Serving 832 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%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 832 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Pittard Elementary serves the northeast part of Murfreesboro, TN, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Pittard Elementary School's student population of 832 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
832 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
57 teachers
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 0.74, 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
#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
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
24%
16%
Black
32%
20%
White
31%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
23.6%
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
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, Northfield 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?
832 students attend John Pittard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of John Pittard Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 10/10/2025
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