Below Average
#1585 of 1,786 schools in TN
Harris-hillman Special Education
School · Davidson County
1706 26th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,585 of 1,786
In Nashville
#96 of 118
public schools
In district
#125 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Harris-hillman Special Education
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About Harris-hillman Special Education
Harris-hillman Special Education is a public school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Harris-hillman Special Education serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris-hillman Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,585 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Harris-hillman Special Education show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Harris-hillman Special Education — Students at Harris-hillman Special Education score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.1/10.
How Harris-hillman Special Education Compares
See how Harris-hillman Special Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1706 26th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harris-hillman Special Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HERMITAGE HALL (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eakin Elementary Nashville | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ST BERNARD ACADEMY Nashville | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| West End Middle Nashville | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE - MIDTOWN Nashville | 1.4 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Nashville | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Head Middle Nashville | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Waverly-Belmont Elementary School Nashville | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.6 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr School Nashville | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Rose Park Middle Nashville | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Pearl-Cohn High Nashville | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| HERMITAGE HALL Nashville | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Hillsboro High Nashville | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,461
Median Home Value
$928,500
Median Rent
$1,565/mo
Population
20,046
College Educated
77.5%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
24.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis, TN | 4.2 |
| CHESTNUT RIDGE ACADEMY & SATELLITE SCHOOL Fayetteville, TN | 4.6 |
| FAITH MISSIONARY ACADEMY Gruetli-Laager, TN | 3.9 |
| MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN | 4.9 |
| ZION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia, TN | 4.9 |
| Hamilton County Virtual School Chattanooga, TN | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harris-hillman Special Education
What grades does Harris-hillman Special Education serve?
Harris-hillman Special Education serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Harris-hillman Special Education?
Harris-hillman Special Education has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris-hillman Special Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Harris-hillman Special Education is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harris-hillman Special Education rank in TN?
Harris-hillman Special Education ranks #1,585 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Harris-hillman Special Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Harris-hillman Special Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Harris-hillman Special Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris-hillman Special Education has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Harris-hillman Special Education a charter school?
No, Harris-hillman Special Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harris-hillman Special Education a Title I school?
No, Harris-hillman Special Education is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 486
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (615) 298-8085
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #125 of 154
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