Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Discovery School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 3, 2026
School Mascot
Explorer
School Rankings
Discovery School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery School is 0.37, which is less 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
#5 out of 1728 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
8%
21%
White
79%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Explorer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery School's ranking?
Discovery School is ranked #5 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Discovery School often compared to?
Discovery Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcfadden School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Discovery School?
391 students attend Discovery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Discovery School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery School?
Discovery School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Discovery School offer ?
Discovery School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery School part of?
Discovery School is part of Murfreesboro School District.
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