Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sylvan Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvan Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sylvan Park Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sylvan Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvan Park Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#240 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
18%
20%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Davidson County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Park Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvan Park Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Sylvan Park Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvan Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eakin Elementary School, Waverly-belmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Park Elementary School?
459 students attend Sylvan Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sylvan Park Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Sylvan Park Elementary School offer ?
Sylvan Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sylvan Park Elementary School part of?
Sylvan Park Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Sylvan Park Elementary School located?
Sylvan Park Elementary School is located in the Sylvan Park neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Sylvan Park.
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