Serving 834 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, John Pittard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Pittard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Pittard Elementary School's student population of 834 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day. Whatever it Takes.
School Rankings
John Pittard 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 John Pittard Elementary School is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1002 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
33%
21%
White
34%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Pittard Elementary School's ranking?
John Pittard Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are John Pittard Elementary School often compared to?
John Pittard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lascassas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend John Pittard Elementary School?
834 students attend John Pittard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of John Pittard Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Pittard Elementary School?
John Pittard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does John Pittard Elementary School offer ?
John Pittard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Pittard Elementary School part of?
John Pittard Elementary School is part of Murfreesboro School District.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2020
This is an amazing school from the top down!
5 3/23/2019
This is the best school in Murfreesboro!
5 6/30/2018
This is a great school!
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