Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glengarry 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glengarry Elementary serves the southeastern part of Nashville, TN, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glengarry Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glengarry 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 Glengarry Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1489 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
82%
16%
Black
6%
20%
White
9%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glengarry Elementary School's ranking?
Glengarry Elementary School is ranked #1489 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Glengarry Elementary School often compared to?
Glengarry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glencliff Elementary School, Carter-lawrence Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Glengarry Elementary School?
443 students attend Glengarry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Glengarry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Glengarry Elementary School offer ?
Glengarry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glengarry Elementary School part of?
Glengarry Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glengarry Elementary School located?
Glengarry Elementary School is located in the Glengarry neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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