The Historic Nolensville School, is a former public school in Nolensville, Tennessee, that had for many years served as the community's recreation center. The school was built in 1937 using a Rosenwald School plan.
Serving 883 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nolensville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nolensville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nolensville Elementary School's student population of 883 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Where students are challenged to pursue excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts
School Rankings
Nolensville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nolensville Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#81 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
4%
20%
White
72%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nolensville Elementary School's ranking?
Nolensville Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Nolensville Elementary School often compared to?
Nolensville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Nolensville Elementary School?
883 students attend Nolensville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Nolensville Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Nolensville Elementary School offer ?
Nolensville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nolensville Elementary School part of?
Nolensville Elementary School is part of Williamson County School District.
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