Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Old Center Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Center Elementary serves the northern part of Goodlettsville, TN, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within 1.8 miles of the school and the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Center Elementary School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning today, leading tomorrow
School Rankings
Old Center Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Center Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#797 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Center Elementary School's ranking?
Old Center Elementary School is ranked #797 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Old Center Elementary School often compared to?
Old Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellshire Elementary School, Rocketship United by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Old Center Elementary School?
345 students attend Old Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Old Center Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Old Center Elementary School offer ?
Old Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Center Elementary School part of?
Old Center Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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