Serving 264 students in grades 6-8, Isaac Litton 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 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 264 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Isaac Litton Middle serves the northeast part of Nashville, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isaac Litton Middle School's student population of 264 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isaac Litton 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 Isaac Litton Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1185 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Isaac Litton Middle School's ranking?
Isaac Litton Middle School is ranked #1185 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Isaac Litton Middle School often compared to?
Isaac Litton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Henry Oliver Middle School, John Trotwood Moore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Isaac Litton Middle School?
264 students attend Isaac Litton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Isaac Litton Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Isaac Litton Middle School offer ?
Isaac Litton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Isaac Litton Middle School part of?
Isaac Litton Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Isaac Litton Middle School located?
Isaac Litton Middle School is located in the East Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in East Nashville.
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