Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Westmeade 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westmeade Elementary School's student population of 429 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Westmeade Way
School Rankings
Westmeade 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 Westmeade Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#797 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
28%
20%
White
40%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmeade Elementary School's ranking?
Westmeade Elementary School is ranked #797 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Westmeade Elementary School often compared to?
Westmeade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower Elementary School, Harpeth Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Westmeade Elementary School?
429 students attend Westmeade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Westmeade Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What grades does Westmeade Elementary School offer ?
Westmeade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westmeade Elementary School part of?
Westmeade Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Westmeade Elementary School located?
Westmeade Elementary School is located in the West Meade Park neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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