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H. G. Hill Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

150 Davidson RD, Nashville, TN 37205

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,423 of 1,786

In Nashville

#78 of 118

public schools

In district

#99 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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H. G. Hill Middle

5.0/10

Middle School in Nashville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About H. G. Hill Middle

H. G. Hill Middle is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County.

H. G. Hill Middle serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

H. G. Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,423 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for H. G. Hill Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

H. G. Hill Middle — Students at H. G. Hill Middle score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
28%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
18.4%
ELA
20.6%
2025
Math
21.4%
ELA
24.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How H. G. Hill Middle Compares

See how H. G. Hill Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in TN
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

150 Davidson RD, Nashville, TN 37205

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H. G. Hill Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Julia Green Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sylvan Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HARDING ACADEMY Nashville 1.0 mi 7.5
Early College High School Nashville 1.3 mi 7.7
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville 1.5 mi 6.1
ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville 1.7 mi 7.8
OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville 1.7 mi 5.6
Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville 1.9 mi 6.7
HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville 1.8 mi 6.8
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville 1.8 mi 6.3
ABINTRA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Nashville 1.8 mi 7.8
Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 9.1
Julia Green Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 9.8
Westmeade Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 6.6
Charlotte Park Elementary Nashville 2.6 mi 5.3
ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville 2.6 mi 8.1
AKIVA SCHOOL Nashville 2.6 mi 5.2
THE JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.6 mi 5.3
MNPS Virtual School Nashville 2.6 mi 6.8
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville 2.8 mi 5.9
Transitions at Bass Nashville 2.8 mi
W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,068

Median Home Value

$890,000

Median Rent

$1,819/mo

Population

24,557

College Educated

76.5%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

48.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H. G. Hill Middle

What grades does H. G. Hill Middle serve?

H. G. Hill Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend H. G. Hill Middle?

H. G. Hill Middle has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H. G. Hill Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at H. G. Hill Middle is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H. G. Hill Middle rank in TN?

H. G. Hill Middle ranks #1,423 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is H. G. Hill Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

H. G. Hill Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at H. G. Hill Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H. G. Hill Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is H. G. Hill Middle a charter school?

No, H. G. Hill Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is H. G. Hill Middle a Title I school?

No, H. G. Hill Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#99 of 154

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