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#1159 of 1,786 schools in TN
Johnson Alternative Learning Center
High School · Davidson County
1200 2nd Ave South, Nashville, TN 37210
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
117
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,159 of 1,786
In Nashville
#69 of 118
public schools
In district
#84 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Johnson Alternative Learning Center
Johnson Alternative Learning Center is a public high school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Johnson Alternative Learning Center serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson Alternative Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,159 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Johnson Alternative Learning Center show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 117 students, Johnson Alternative Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Johnson Alternative Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Johnson Alternative Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Johnson Alternative Learning Center — Students at Johnson Alternative Learning Center score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 13 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Johnson Alternative Learning Center Compares
See how Johnson Alternative Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1200 2nd Ave South, Nashville, TN 37210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Johnson Alternative Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TEMPLETON ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hume - Fogg High (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEM Prep High School (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Academy Nashville | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LEAD Cameron Nashville | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Napier Elementary Nashville | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| TEMPLETON ACADEMY Nashville | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Fall-Hamilton Elementary Nashville | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HERMITAGE HALL Nashville | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Rose Park Middle Nashville | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Casa Azafran Early Learning Center Nashville | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Carter-Lawrence Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hume - Fogg High Nashville | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Explore Community School Nashville | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Elementary School Nashville | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Warner Elementary Nashville | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| STEM Prep Academy Nashville | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Nashville School Of The Arts Nashville | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| STEM Prep High School Nashville | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| GROW ACADEMY Nashville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Waverly-Belmont Elementary School Nashville | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Meigs Middle Nashville | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,343
Median Home Value
$334,800
Median Rent
$1,250/mo
Population
17,116
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
26.6%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville, TN | 5.9 |
| Richard Yoakley School Knoxville, TN | 5.6 |
| Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin, TN | 6.1 |
| Smyrna West Alternative School Smyrna, TN | 5.2 |
| Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis, TN | 6.4 |
| Holloway High School Murfreesboro, TN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Johnson Alternative Learning Center
What grades does Johnson Alternative Learning Center serve?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Johnson Alternative Learning Center is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Johnson Alternative Learning Center rank in TN?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center ranks #1,159 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Johnson Alternative Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Johnson Alternative Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Johnson Alternative Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson Alternative Learning Center has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Johnson Alternative Learning Center a charter school?
No, Johnson Alternative Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Johnson Alternative Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Johnson Alternative Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 117
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 749-3067
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #84 of 154
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