The top reported proficiency rate is 36% in Science. The lowest is 25% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Ruby Major Elementary
Ruby Major Elementary is a regular public school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Hermitage, an unincorporated suburban area within Davidson County that falls under the Metro Nashville Public Schools system. For families considering the school, the fundamental question is what kind of academic foundation and peer environment their child would experience here, and how the surrounding housing market and community context fit into their decision.
Academically, Ruby Major’s state testing results from the most recent school year show a mixed picture. On the TNReady assessments, roughly a third of students scored at the proficient or advanced level in math and in English language arts, and a similar share did so in science. These figures place the school above the midpoint in overall proficiency when compared relative to districts in Davidson County, a cohort that includes a handful of other district-level entities. That said, the rates themselves are below what many families might hope for in all three subjects. Social studies data is also available but from an earlier testing year with different cut scores, so it is not directly comparable; a parent looking to understand current social studies performance would need to ask the school directly. No multi-year academic trend data was provided, so it is not possible to say whether these scores represent improvement or decline over time.
Because Ruby Major is an elementary school, there is no graduation rate to report. State testing participation was complete, meaning nearly every enrolled student in tested grades took the assessments, which strengthens the reliability of the results.
Enrollment at the school is in the mid-range for an elementary building, with a balanced distribution across grades from kindergarten through fifth grade and a pre-kindergarten program in place. The student body is diverse. Black students make up the largest share of enrollment, followed by a substantial white population, a notable Hispanic presence, and smaller groups of students who identify as two or more races, Asian, or American Indian. The school did not report the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, nor did it report counts of students with disabilities or English learners. Those are gaps a parent may want to explore directly with the school to understand the level of need and support services available.
Housing in Hermitage is moderately priced relative to the broader Nashville metro but sits above the national benchmark for home values. Current data shows a slight year-over-year decline in both home values and rents, which might suggest some cooling in the local market. Affordability remains a consideration: estimated monthly mortgage costs outpace typical rents, and rent consumes a notable share of area income. For families moving into the area, this means housing options exist but require careful budgeting.
Hermitage itself is a residential and commercial suburban district within Davidson County. It lacks a traditional downtown core; civic and cultural life instead revolves around The Hermitage historic site, Andrew Jackson’s former plantation, which draws a significant number of visitors and provides walking trails, gardens, and museum exhibits. The area is car-oriented, with major highways and a commuter rail station offering some transit access. Major employers include a large Deloitte technology office and the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association headquarters. The nearby J. Percy Priest Dam and Percy Priest Lake provide outdoor recreation. The built environment ranges from starter homes to executive residences, and commercial development is concentrated along major thoroughfares.
A search for recent district-level changes within Metro Nashville Public Schools that would have lasting parent impact did not turn up any specific findings. That does not mean nothing has changed, only that no widely reported information was surfaced in the research available.
Ruby Major Elementary offers a conventional elementary program in a suburban setting. Its test results are modest, though they compare favorably to some other districts in the county. The school’s diversity and size are typical of many Nashville-area elementary schools. Families considering it will want to ask about the missing data on economic need and special services, and they should visit to gauge whether the academic environment matches their expectations.
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