Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Christiana Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Christiana Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Christiana, TN, covering an area of approximately 57.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christiana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Christiana Elementary School's student population of 659 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
45 teachers
School Motto
The mission of Christiana Elementary School is everyone learning, every day, to ensure students become independent, responsible, and successful learners.
School Rankings
Christiana Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christiana Elementary School is 0.55, which is less 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
#236 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
13%
20%
White
64%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christiana Elementary School's ranking?
Christiana Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Christiana Elementary School often compared to?
Christiana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School, Rockvale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Christiana Elementary School?
659 students attend Christiana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Christiana Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Christiana Elementary School offer ?
Christiana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christiana Elementary School part of?
Christiana Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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