Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smyrna Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smyrna Primary's student population of 562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
School Motto
Huskies Believe, Huskies Achieve!
School Rankings
Smyrna Primary ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smyrna Primary is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1118 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
39%
16%
Black
13%
20%
White
31%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyrna Primary's ranking?
Smyrna Primary is ranked #1118 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Smyrna Primary often compared to?
Smyrna Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like David Youree Elementary School, Smyrna Elementary School, Thurman Francis Arts Academy/magnet School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Smyrna Primary?
562 students attend Smyrna Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Smyrna Primary students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Smyrna Primary offer ?
Smyrna Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smyrna Primary part of?
Smyrna Primary is part of Rutherford County School District.
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