Serving 234 students in grades 6-8, Haynes 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 4% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Haynes Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Nashville, TN, covering approximately 525.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 20.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haynes Middle School's student population of 234 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
11 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Haynes 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 Haynes Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1726 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
71%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haynes Middle School's ranking?
Haynes Middle School is ranked #1726 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Haynes Middle School often compared to?
Haynes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moses Mckissack Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Haynes Middle School?
234 students attend Haynes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Haynes Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Haynes Middle School offer ?
Haynes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Haynes Middle School part of?
Haynes Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Haynes Middle School located?
Haynes Middle School is located in the Talbots Corner neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 9 other public schools located in Talbots Corner.
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