Serving 720 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cane Ridge 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cane Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cane Ridge Elementary School's student population of 720 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cane Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cane Ridge Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1260 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
36%
15%
Black
42%
21%
White
14%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Cane Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cane Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1260 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cane Ridge Elementary School?
720 students attend Cane Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cane Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cane Ridge Elementary School?
Cane Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cane Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cane Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cane Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cane Ridge Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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