Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pennington 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pennington Elementary serves the eastern part of Nashville, TN, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, and some areas extending up to 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pennington Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pennington 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 Pennington Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1201 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
16%
Black
17%
20%
White
50%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pennington Elementary School's ranking?
Pennington Elementary School is ranked #1201 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Pennington Elementary School often compared to?
Pennington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stanford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Pennington Elementary School?
286 students attend Pennington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pennington Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Pennington Elementary School offer ?
Pennington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pennington Elementary School part of?
Pennington Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Pennington Elementary School located?
Pennington Elementary School is located in the Sunset View neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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