Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Poplar Grove K-4 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 56% 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-4
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Poplar Grove K-4 serves the west part of Franklin, TN, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Grove K-4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poplar Grove K-4's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for All. No Exceptions.
School Rankings
Poplar Grove K-4 ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar Grove K-4 is 0.61, 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
#166 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
44%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
44%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Poplar Grove K-4's ranking?
Poplar Grove K-4 is ranked #166 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Poplar Grove K-4?
324 students attend Poplar Grove K-4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Poplar Grove K-4 students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Poplar Grove K-4 offer ?
Poplar Grove K-4 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar Grove K-4 part of?
Poplar Grove K-4 is part of Franklin Ssd School District.
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