Stratford STEM Magnet High School is a magnet school in Nashville, Tennessee, operated by Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. It serves approximately 600 students.
Serving 810 students in grades 6-12, Stratford Stem Magnet 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratford High serves the northeast part of Nashville, TN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 11.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school's boundaries, reaching up to 3.6 miles at the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stratford Stem Magnet School's student population of 810 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stratford Stem Magnet 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 Stratford Stem Magnet School is 0.57, 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
#1677 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Orange/Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford Stem Magnet School's ranking?
Stratford Stem Magnet School is ranked #1677 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stratford Stem Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Stratford Stem Magnet School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Stratford Stem Magnet School?
810 students attend Stratford Stem Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Stratford Stem Magnet School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Stratford Stem Magnet School offer ?
Stratford Stem Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stratford Stem Magnet School part of?
Stratford Stem Magnet School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Stratford Stem Magnet School located?
Stratford Stem Magnet School is located in the Rosebank neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Rosebank.
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