Serving 434 students in grades 6-8, Donelson Middle 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 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donelson Middle serves the eastern part of Nashville, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donelson Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donelson Middle 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 Donelson Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1524 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donelson Middle School's ranking?
Donelson Middle School is ranked #1524 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Donelson Middle School often compared to?
Donelson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Two Rivers Middle School, Strive Collegiate Academy, Dupont Tyler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Donelson Middle School?
434 students attend Donelson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Donelson Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Donelson Middle School offer ?
Donelson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donelson Middle School part of?
Donelson Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Donelson Middle School located?
Donelson Middle School is located in the Donelson neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 6 other public schools located in Donelson.
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