Serving 856 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 856 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Grove Elementary serves the northwest part of Smyrna, TN, covering an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Grove Elementary School's student population of 856 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
856 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
64 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Cedar Grove Elementary School is to partner with learners, parents, and community to promote life long skills within its student body.
School Rankings
Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Grove Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#539 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School?
856 students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cedar Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Cedar Grove Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Grove Elementary School part of?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Cedar Grove is an excellent school. High expectations and firm but fair discipline. I'm very glad to have my 2 children attend there. They are well on their way to school success.
5 10/10/2025
I have been blessed to have three children attend CGE. In the years of transition of new principals, CGE has continued to strive and grown stronger each year. The teachers are caring, fun yet firm and expect great behavior and get it from the children. The school is clean and maintained. The Parent Involvement is amazing! There are tons of opportunities to help and be involved. Teachers welcome parents to their classrooms to make copies, read to children, and help with other assignments. You couldn't ask for a better school.
5 10/10/2025
This is a wonderful school. My daughter loves it. She learning alot and they make it fun for her. They also have classes and events for parents to help us get more involved, to us know what we need to do the help our kids at home and at school and how to look after our childrens safety. I was disappointed when only a few showed but the classes are worth it.
4 10/10/2025
Worst School ever. The principle and staff are so rude and mean to the kids and parents. The bus driver is rude too and yells at the students.
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