Thurman Francis Arts Academy

Thurman Francis Arts Academy

Public Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
221 Todd Ln,  Smyrna, TN
Rutherford County Schools
3.3
3.7
662 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jeff Duke
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
94%
Reading Proficiency
93%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
93%
Math Proficiency
94%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
93.8%
State Average
32.2%
Science
92.6%
State Average
37%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
389:1

Student Diversity

Female
54.6%
Male
45.4%
White
69.1%
Black
15.4%
Hispanic
6.5%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 7 Reviews
4.0 Alum
3/29/2017
I liked Thurman Francis because you knew everyone there and you were friends with everyone. There were lots of options for arts and music or anything you were interested in, not to mention the academics were certainly prioritized.
4.0 NicheUser
7/17/2015
This school creates high expectations for young students to achieve. It can sometimes be overwhelming, but the teachers and faculty create a safe and trusting environment for kids. It was
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 15 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/25/2023
WE LOVE THIS SCHOOL! Both of our children have been at this school since Kindergarten. One is now entering 4th and the other is entering 7th. The staff is pretty incredible and Mr. McCann, the principal, is fabulous! It is an academic magnet school, so the classes are rigorous. However, the experien...
5.0 parent
6/20/2020
Great teachers and principal! Prepares students for high school. Wish the school had access to more funding for building improvements. Always felt my child was safe there - good SRO on location who engages with the kids! No school is perfect, but this one is very good and I was happy my child attend...
5.0 parent
2/1/2020
This school is the best! The staffs are welcome and kind.
1.0 student
8/1/2018
From experience, this school isn't as good as a lot of people say in my opinion. The principles have changed recently and haven't done much to change the school for the better. I once had to point out an obvious problem at the school inorder to have something done about it. The students don't listen...

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Thurman Francis Arts Academy is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Smyrna, TN, in the Smyrna neighborhood, and is served by the Rutherford County Schools in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 662 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 94% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 93% are proficient in reading. Thurman Francis Arts Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $420,550. Discover additional schools in the area, like Smyrna West Alternative School, Smyrna High School, Lancaster Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Smyrna has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Thurman Francis Arts Academy.

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