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Glendale Elementary

Davidson County, Tennessee

B
Above Average

3.6 / 5.0

B3.6 / 5.0
Above Average

Elementary School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Glendale Elementary earned an overall grade of B with a score of 3.6 out of 5.0, placing it among the top quarter of elementary schools in Davidson County. The school ranks #38 out of 159 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

This above average rating indicates that Glendale Elementary is meeting many of the state's accountability benchmarks, with some areas showing room for continued improvement.

ExcellentABelow AverageDAverageC

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Excellent

A
5.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

40% weight

Below Average

D
2.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

A 50%
D 40%
C 10%

The final score of 3.6is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 85.7% of students at Glendale Elementary demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in ELA (Elementary) at 89.7%, while Science (Elementary) at 83.7% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (Elementary): 89.7% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Math (Elementary): 83.7% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Science (Elementary): 83.7% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Glendale Elementary shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.7 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Numeracy

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Science

4.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

All Students
86.1%

Above the proficiency benchmark

How Does Glendale Elementary Compare?

Overall score compared to the Davidson County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 3.6, Glendale Elementary is above the Davidson County average of 3.0 and above the statewide average of 3.4. Among 159 schools in Davidson County, this school holds the #38 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glendale Elementary’s performance data.

What grade did Glendale Elementary receive?
Glendale Elementary received an overall grade of B (Above Average) with a score of 3.6 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and growth of the lowest-performing students.
How does Glendale Elementary compare to other Davidson County schools?
Glendale Elementary ranks #38 out of 159 schools in Davidson County. The county average score is 3.0, and Glendale Elementary’s score of 3.6 is above that average. This places the school among the stronger performers in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Glendale Elementary?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Glendale Elementary’s average growth score of 2.7 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Glendale Elementary above or below the state average?
Glendale Elementary’s score of 3.6 is above the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school is outperforming a majority of schools statewide on key accountability measures.
Which subjects are strongest at Glendale Elementary?
The highest proficiency rate is in ELA (Elementary) at 89.7%, while the lowest is in Science (Elementary) at 83.7%. Across all 3 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 85.7%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year