Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lockeland Elementary 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockeland Elementary 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
Lockeland Elementary School's student population of 322 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Lockeland Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lockeland Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#6 out of 1761 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
86%
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
12%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Lockeland Elementary School's ranking?
Lockeland Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lockeland Elementary School?
322 students attend Lockeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lockeland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lockeland Elementary School?
Lockeland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lockeland Elementary School offer ?
Lockeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockeland Elementary School part of?
Lockeland Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lockeland Elementary School located?
Lockeland Elementary School is located in the Lockeland Springs neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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