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Neely's Bend Elementary

Davidson County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

1.8 / 5.0

D1.8 / 5.0
Below Average

K-8 School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Neely's Bend Elementary earned an overall grade of D with a score of 1.8 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of k-8 schools in Davidson County. The school ranks #141 out of 159 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

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

Below AverageDNeeds ImprovementFAverageC

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

Below Average

D
2.2/ 5.0

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

40% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 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

D 50%
F 40%
C 10%

The final score of 1.8is 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 27.7% of students at Neely's Bend Elementary demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Social Studies (Middle) at 36.7%, while Math (Elementary) at 19.6% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Elementary): 22.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Elementary): 19.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Elementary): 34.4% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

ELA (Middle): 27.4% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (Middle): 24.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (Middle): 29.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (Middle): 36.7% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Growth Indicators

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

Neely's Bend Elementary shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.3 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

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Numeracy

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Science

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Social Studies

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 24.8% of all students at Neely's Bend Elementary demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 16.4%, representing a 8.4 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
24.8%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
16.4%

Below the proficiency benchmark

English Learners
15.6%

Below the proficiency benchmark

How Does Neely's Bend Elementary Compare?

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

With a score of 1.8, Neely's Bend 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 #141 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Neely's Bend Elementary’s performance data.

What grade did Neely's Bend Elementary receive?
Neely's Bend Elementary received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 1.8 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 Neely's Bend Elementary compare to other Davidson County schools?
Neely's Bend Elementary ranks #141 out of 159 schools in Davidson County. The county average score is 3.0, and Neely's Bend Elementary’s score of 1.8 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 Neely's Bend Elementary?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Neely's Bend Elementary’s average growth score of 2.3 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 Neely's Bend Elementary above or below the state average?
Neely's Bend Elementary’s score of 1.8 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 Neely's Bend Elementary?
The highest proficiency rate is in Social Studies (Middle) at 36.7%, while the lowest is in Math (Elementary) at 19.6%. Across all 7 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 27.7%.

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