Serving 1,232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Springs 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 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rock Springs Elementary School's student population of 1,232 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of RSE is to provide a caring environment that will nurture and enhance the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and moral development of all students, resulting in a life-long love of learning through excellence in academic standards an
School Mascot
Lion
School Rankings
Rock Springs 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 Rock Springs Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#526 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
20%
21%
White
42%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Springs Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rock Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewarts Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rock Springs Elementary School?
1,232 students attend Rock Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rock Springs Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Springs Elementary School?
Rock Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rock Springs Elementary School offer ?
Rock Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Springs Elementary School part of?
Rock Springs Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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