Serving 74 students in grades 5-12, Johnson Alternative Learning Center 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Alternative Learning Center's student population of 74 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Mindful, Be Inspired, Be Better
School Rankings
Johnson Alternative Learning Center 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 Johnson Alternative Learning Center is 0.61, 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
#1713 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
31%
16%
Black
54%
20%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted63.5%
17.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is ranked #1713 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Johnson Alternative Learning Center often compared to?
Johnson Alternative Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like W.a. Bass Alternative Learning Center, Transitions At Bass by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Johnson Alternative Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 89%.
How many students attend Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
74 students attend Johnson Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Johnson Alternative Learning Center students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Johnson Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Alternative Learning Center part of?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Johnson Alternative Learning Center located?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Chestnut Hill.
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