Serving 1,173 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stewarts Creek Elementary School 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 70% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stewarts Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of Smyrna, TN, covering an area of approximately 29.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stewarts Creek Elementary School 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
Stewarts Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,173 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,173 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, for a Better Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Stewarts Creek Elementary School 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 Stewarts Creek Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#146 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
11%
20%
White
64%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewarts Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Stewarts Creek Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Stewarts Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Stewarts Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Stewarts Creek Elementary School?
1,173 students attend Stewarts Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Stewarts Creek Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Stewarts Creek Elementary School offer ?
Stewarts Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stewarts Creek Elementary School part of?
Stewarts Creek Elementary School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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