Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cane Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cane Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cane Ridge Elementary School's student population of 744 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cane Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Ridge Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1303 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
43%
21%
White
17%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Cane Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cane Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1303 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cane Ridge Elementary School?
744 students attend Cane Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Cane Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cane Ridge Elementary School?
Cane Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cane Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cane Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cane Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cane Ridge Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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