Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norman Smith 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 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norman Smith Elementary serves the northern part of Clarksville, TN, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norman Smith Elementary School's student population of 609 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate and empower the whole student to strive to reach their highest academic potential in a positive and rigorous learning environment.
School Rankings
Norman Smith 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 Norman Smith Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1259 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
37%
20%
White
34%
57%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Norman Smith Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Norman Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Norman Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moore Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Norman Smith Elementary School?
609 students attend Norman Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Norman Smith Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Norman Smith Elementary School offer ?
Norman Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norman Smith Elementary School part of?
Norman Smith Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Norman Smith Elementary School located?
Norman Smith Elementary School is located in the Greenwood neighborhood of Clarksville, TN.
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