Serving 623 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hobgood 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 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hobgood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hobgood Elementary School's student population of 623 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hobgood 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 Hobgood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1206 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
38%
21%
White
21%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Hobgood Elementary School's ranking?
Hobgood Elementary School is ranked #1206 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hobgood Elementary School often compared to?
Hobgood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hobgood Elementary School?
623 students attend Hobgood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hobgood Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hobgood Elementary School?
Hobgood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hobgood Elementary School offer ?
Hobgood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hobgood Elementary School part of?
Hobgood Elementary School is part of Murfreesboro School District.
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