Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cockrill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cockrill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cockrill Elementary School's student population of 286 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Cockrill Cougars Can
School Rankings
Cockrill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cockrill Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1569 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
36%
16%
Black
49%
20%
White
10%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cockrill Elementary School's ranking?
Cockrill Elementary School is ranked #1569 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Cockrill Elementary School often compared to?
Cockrill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte Park Elementary School, Cole Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cockrill Elementary School?
286 students attend Cockrill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cockrill Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Cockrill Elementary School offer ?
Cockrill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cockrill Elementary School part of?
Cockrill Elementary School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cockrill Elementary School located?
Cockrill Elementary School is located in the Urbandale Nations neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in Urbandale Nations.
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