Serving 202 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%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: The Discovery School serves the southern part of Dickson, TN, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
The Discovery School's student population of 202 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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 0.45, 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
#218 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Leading, Teaching, Learning Together
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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?
202 students attend The Discovery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of The Discovery School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
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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