Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Harpeth Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harpeth Valley 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
Harpeth Valley Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harpeth Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harpeth Valley Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#81 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
7%
21%
White
72%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpeth Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Harpeth Valley Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harpeth Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Harpeth Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower Elementary School, Westmeade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Harpeth Valley Elementary School?
607 students attend Harpeth Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Harpeth Valley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harpeth Valley Elementary School?
Harpeth Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harpeth Valley Elementary School offer ?
Harpeth Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Harpeth Valley Elementary School part of?
Harpeth Valley Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Harpeth Valley Elementary School located?
Harpeth Valley Elementary School is located in the Bellevue neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Bellevue.
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