Eakin Elementary School

2500 Fairfax Ave
Nashville, TN 37212
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eakin 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 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 20% in TN
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Eakin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

Eakin Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Eakin 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 Eakin Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
#240 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
50%
34%
50-54%
37%
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
33%
21%
White
42%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eakin Elementary School's ranking?
Eakin Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Eakin Elementary School often compared to?
Eakin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sylvan Park Elementary School, Waverly-belmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Eakin Elementary School?
544 students attend Eakin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Eakin Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eakin Elementary School?
Eakin Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eakin Elementary School offer ?
Eakin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eakin Elementary School part of?
Eakin Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Eakin Elementary School located?
Eakin Elementary School is located in the Hillsboro West End neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillsboro West End.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 544 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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