Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Westmeade Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmeade Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westmeade Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westmeade Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmeade Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
31%
21%
White
39%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmeade Elementary School's ranking?
Westmeade Elementary School is ranked #715 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Westmeade Elementary School often compared to?
Westmeade Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gower Elementary School, Harpeth Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Westmeade Elementary School?
386 students attend Westmeade Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Westmeade Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmeade Elementary School?
Westmeade Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westmeade Elementary School offer ?
Westmeade Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Westmeade Elementary School part of?
Westmeade Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Westmeade Elementary School located?
Westmeade Elementary School is located in the West Meade Park neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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