Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joelton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joelton Elementary serves the northern part of Joelton, TN, covering an area of approximately 56.4 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest point of the attendance zone located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joelton Elementary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joelton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joelton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#479 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Hispanic
21%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Blue Jay
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joelton Elementary School's ranking?
Joelton Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Joelton Elementary School?
248 students attend Joelton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Joelton Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Joelton Elementary School offer ?
Joelton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joelton Elementary School part of?
Joelton Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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