Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smyrna Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 646 students
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smyrna Elementary serves the northwest part of Smyrna, TN, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smyrna Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
MISSION: EMPOWERING STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS
School Rankings
Smyrna 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 Smyrna Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1183 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
59%
16%
Black
11%
20%
White
22%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyrna Elementary School's ranking?
Smyrna Elementary School is ranked #1183 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Smyrna Elementary School often compared to?
Smyrna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyrna Primary, Stewartsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Smyrna Elementary School?
646 students attend Smyrna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Smyrna Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Smyrna Elementary School offer ?
Smyrna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smyrna Elementary School part of?
Smyrna Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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