Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Westmeade Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmeade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westmeade Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westmeade Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmeade Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#915 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
31%
21%
White
40%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmeade Elementary School's ranking?
Westmeade Elementary School is ranked #915 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Westmeade Elementary School often compared to?
Westmeade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower Elementary School, Harpeth Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Westmeade Elementary School?
364 students attend Westmeade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Westmeade Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmeade Elementary School?
Westmeade Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westmeade Elementary School offer ?
Westmeade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Westmeade Elementary School part of?
Westmeade Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Westmeade Elementary School located?
Westmeade Elementary School is located in the West Meade Park neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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