Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kingston Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingston Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kingston Springs Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingston Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingston Springs Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#156 out of 1761 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
2%
21%
White
90%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Kingston Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Kingston Springs Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Kingston Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Kingston Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pegram Elementary Fine Arts Magnet School, Ashland City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Kingston Springs Elementary School?
352 students attend Kingston Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kingston Springs Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kingston Springs Elementary School?
Kingston Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kingston Springs Elementary School offer ?
Kingston Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Kingston Springs Elementary School part of?
Kingston Springs Elementary School is part of Cheatham County School District.
School Reviews
5 7/9/2012
KSES is a very warm, welcoming environment with a staff that shares the same passion for teaching. I feel very fortunate to have my children be a part of a school that has a small town feel, combined with high technology and overwhelming parent involvement.
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