Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dan Mills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dan Mills Elementary serves the northeast part of Nashville, TN, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dan Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dan Mills Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
606 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dan Mills 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 Dan Mills Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#267 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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)
52%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Dan Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Dan Mills Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dan Mills Elementary School often compared to?
Dan Mills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosebank Elementary School, Inglewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dan Mills Elementary School?
606 students attend Dan Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dan Mills Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Dan Mills Elementary School offer ?
Dan Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dan Mills Elementary School part of?
Dan Mills Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Dan Mills Elementary School located?
Dan Mills Elementary School is located in the East Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in East Nashville.
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