Serving 727 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northfield Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northfield Elementary School's student population of 727 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northfield Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#376 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
24%
21%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northfield Elementary School's ranking?
Northfield Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Northfield Elementary School often compared to?
Northfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell-neilson Elementary School, Erma Siegel Elementary School, John Pittard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Northfield Elementary School?
727 students attend Northfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northfield Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northfield Elementary School?
Northfield Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northfield Elementary School offer ?
Northfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northfield Elementary School part of?
Northfield Elementary School is part of Murfreesboro School District.
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