Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paragon Mills 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paragon Mills Elementary School's student population of 647 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
School Rankings
Paragon Mills 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 Paragon Mills Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1489 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
66%
16%
Black
17%
20%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paragon Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Paragon Mills Elementary School is ranked #1489 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Paragon Mills Elementary School?
647 students attend Paragon Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Paragon Mills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Paragon Mills Elementary School offer ?
Paragon Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paragon Mills Elementary School part of?
Paragon Mills Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Paragon Mills Elementary School located?
Paragon Mills Elementary School is located in the Woodland Hills neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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