Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Discovery School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Discovery School's student population of 225 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Rankings
The Discovery School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Discovery School is 0.46, which is less 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
#218 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
4%
21%
White
72%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Discovery School's ranking?
The Discovery School is ranked #218 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are The Discovery School often compared to?
The Discovery Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Oakmont Elementary School, Dickson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 The Discovery School?
225 students attend The Discovery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of The Discovery School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Discovery School?
The Discovery School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Discovery School offer ?
The Discovery School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Discovery School part of?
The Discovery School is part of Dickson County School District.
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