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Napier Elementary

Davidson County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

1.6 / 5.0

D1.6 / 5.0
Below Average

Elementary School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Napier Elementary earned an overall grade of D with a score of 1.6 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of elementary schools in Davidson County. The school ranks #147 out of 159 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

This rating indicates that Napier Elementary is facing significant challenges in meeting the state's accountability standards and may benefit from targeted support and intervention.

Needs ImprovementFBelow 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

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 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

F 50%
D 40%
C 10%

The final score of 1.6is 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 13.4% of students at Napier Elementary demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in ELA (Elementary) at 17.1%, while Science (Elementary) at 10.8% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Elementary): 17.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Elementary): 12.4% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Elementary): 10.8% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Growth Indicators

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

Napier 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

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Science

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 14.0% of all students at Napier Elementary demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
14.0%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
13.5%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Students With Disabilities
10.3%

Below the proficiency benchmark

How Does Napier Elementary Compare?

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

With a score of 1.6, Napier Elementary is below the Davidson County average of 3.0 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 159 schools in Davidson County, this school holds the #147 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Napier Elementary’s performance data.

What grade did Napier Elementary receive?
Napier Elementary received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 1.6 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 Napier Elementary compare to other Davidson County schools?
Napier Elementary ranks #147 out of 159 schools in Davidson County. The county average score is 3.0, and Napier Elementary’s score of 1.6 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Napier Elementary?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Napier 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 Napier Elementary above or below the state average?
Napier Elementary’s score of 1.6 is below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Napier Elementary?
The highest proficiency rate is in ELA (Elementary) at 17.1%, while the lowest is in Science (Elementary) at 10.8%. Across all 3 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 13.4%.

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