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#1453 of 1,786 schools in TN

Mcmurray Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

520 McMurray DR, Nashville, TN 37211

Enrollment

686

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

4.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,453 of 1,786

In Nashville

#80 of 118

public schools

In district

#102 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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4.9/10

Middle School in Nashville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mcmurray Middle

Mcmurray Middle is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Mcmurray Middle serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcmurray Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,453 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Mcmurray Middle show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-29.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.5 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

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

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 17.2% (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
17%
ELA
24%
2010
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
9%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2022
Math
9.5%
ELA
9.6%
2025
Math
9.9%
ELA
12.3%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Mcmurray Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
19th percentile in TN
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

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

520 McMurray DR, Nashville, TN 37211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcmurray Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valor Voyager Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wright Middle (rated 4.9/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William Henry Oliver Middle (rated 4.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 0.2 mi 6.6
Tusculum Elementary Nashville 0.4 mi 7.6
Valor Voyager Academy Nashville 0.9 mi 7.7
Valor Flagship Academy Nashville 1.0 mi 4.8
Haywood Elementary Nashville 1.5 mi 7.2
Cole Elementary Antioch 1.4 mi 5.5
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 1.5 mi 6.2
Granbery Elementary Brentwood 1.8 mi 7.4
Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville 2.0 mi 7.8
Croft Middle Nashville 2.2 mi 4.5
Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 5.2
Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville 2.0 mi 9.3
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 2.6 mi 7.8
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brentwood 2.4 mi 6.4
William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville 2.6 mi 4.8
LEAD Southeast Nashville 2.7 mi 6.7
GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville 2.9 mi 6.6
Wright Middle Nashville 3.0 mi 4.9
Glencliff High School Nashville 3.1 mi 2.8
Glencliff Elementary Nashville 3.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,936

Median Home Value

$374,200

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

77,117

College Educated

43%

Homeownership

47.4%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

32.1

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Sequatchie Co Middle School Dunlap, TN 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcmurray Middle

What grades does Mcmurray Middle serve?

Mcmurray Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Mcmurray Middle?

Mcmurray Middle has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcmurray Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Mcmurray Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mcmurray Middle rank in TN?

Mcmurray Middle ranks #1,453 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Mcmurray Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Mcmurray Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Mcmurray Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcmurray Middle has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mcmurray Middle a charter school?

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

Is Mcmurray Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
686
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

District

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

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