Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, May Werthan Shayne Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School's student population of 704 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of May Werthan Shayne Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#586 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
23%
21%
White
48%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 May Werthan Shayne Elementary School's ranking?
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School is ranked #586 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend May Werthan Shayne Elementary School?
704 students attend May Werthan Shayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of May Werthan Shayne Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of May Werthan Shayne Elementary School?
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does May Werthan Shayne Elementary School offer ?
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is May Werthan Shayne Elementary School part of?
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
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