Head Middle

Head Middle serves 551 students in grades 5 through 8 on Jo Johnston Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee. This regular public school maintains an 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 full-time equivalent teachers, providing a manageable classroom environment for middle school learners. The school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #343 out of 1,796 Tennessee schools, placing it in the 81st percentile statewide.

Students show particular strength in social studies, with 66% achieving proficiency or above, followed by science at 58% proficiency. Reading and math performance both reach 43% and 44% proficiency respectively, indicating steady progress across core subjects. Head Middle draws from a diverse Nashville neighborhood where 63% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting strong educational values in the community.

The area shows economic diversity, with a median household income of $63,834 and median home values around $441,700, though nearly a quarter of families experience poverty. Located in Davidson County's urban landscape, Head Middle offers students the advantages of city resources while serving a community that values education and academic achievement.