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Haynes Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

510 West Trinity LN, Nashville, TN 37207

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

2.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,754 of 1,786

In Nashville

#113 of 118

public schools

In district

#148 of 154

Davidson County

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Haynes Middle

2.9/10

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

F H Jenkins Preparatory School

6.1/10

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7.3/10

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About Haynes Middle

Haynes Middle is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Haynes Middle serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Haynes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,754 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Haynes Middle show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Haynes Middle runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

64% of students at Haynes Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-29.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment1.5Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism63.5%

Haynes Middle — Students at Haynes Middle score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 15.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
12%
ELA
23%
2010
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
6%
2018
Math
7%
ELA
2%
2019
Math
7%
ELA
2%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
3%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
3%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
4.1%
2025
Math
9.8%
ELA
12.4%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Haynes Middle Compares

See how Haynes Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.9/10
2th percentile in TN
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.5%

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

510 West Trinity LN, Nashville, TN 37207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haynes Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John Early Middle (rated 4.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Academy Nashville (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP Nashville College Prep (rated 4.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
F H JENKINS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Nashville 0.6 mi 6.1
Purpose Prep Nashville 1.0 mi 7.3
BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 0.8 mi
Brick Church: A LEAD Public School Nashville 1.0 mi 3.2
Shwab Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 8.3
KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School Nashville 1.4 mi 6.1
KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville 1.4 mi 4.6
Rocketship Nashville Northeast Elementary Nashville 1.4 mi 4.7
Hull-Jackson Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 6.5
John Early Middle Nashville 1.7 mi 4.8
CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL Nashville 1.6 mi
Jones Elementary Nashville 1.9 mi 3.3
Murrell at Glenn School Nashville 1.9 mi 7.8
Tom Joy Elementary Nashville 1.9 mi 5.3
ST PIUS X CLASSICAL ACADEMY Nashville 1.9 mi 8.1
KIPP Nashville College Prep Nashville 2.3 mi 4.0
KIPP Nashville College Prep Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 7.7
Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 6.2
RePublic High School Nashville 2.5 mi 5.6
Robert Churchwell Elementary Nashville 2.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,102

Median Home Value

$332,500

Median Rent

$1,200/mo

Population

39,450

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

34.1

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Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga, TN 3.0
Brick Church: A LEAD Public School Nashville, TN 3.2
Waynesboro Middle School Waynesboro, TN 3.5
Houston Co Middle School Erin, TN 3.6
Georgian Hills Middle Memphis, TN 3.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haynes Middle

What grades does Haynes Middle serve?

Haynes Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Haynes Middle?

Haynes Middle has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haynes Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Haynes Middle is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haynes Middle rank in TN?

Haynes Middle ranks #1,754 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Haynes Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Haynes Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Haynes Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haynes Middle has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Haynes Middle a charter school?

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

Is Haynes Middle a Title I school?

No, Haynes Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.5%

District

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

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