Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dodson 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodson Elementary serves the eastern part of Hermitage, TN, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodson Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Dodson Elementary School 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 Dodson Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1317 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
41%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
15%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodson Elementary School's ranking?
Dodson Elementary School is ranked #1317 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Dodson Elementary School often compared to?
Dodson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tulip Grove Elementary School, Hermitage 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 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Dodson Elementary School?
464 students attend Dodson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dodson Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dodson Elementary School offer ?
Dodson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodson Elementary School part of?
Dodson Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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