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#822 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 46% in state

Nashville Big Picture High School

High School · Davidson County

160 Rural AVE, Nashville, TN 37209

Enrollment

150

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#822 of 1,786

In Nashville

#45 of 118

public schools

In district

#56 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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6.7/10

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About Nashville Big Picture High School

Nashville Big Picture High School is a public high school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Nashville Big Picture High School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nashville Big Picture High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #822 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Nashville Big Picture High School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 150 students, Nashville Big Picture High School 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.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Nashville Big Picture High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Nashville Big Picture High School — Students at Nashville Big Picture High School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 28 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
15%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2011
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2012
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2014
Math
84.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
ELA
34.5%
2016
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
11.4%
ELA
29.8%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Nashville Big Picture High School Compares

See how Nashville Big Picture High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
54th percentile in TN
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

160 Rural AVE, Nashville, TN 37209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nashville Big Picture High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CECILIA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College High School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, The Academy at Old Cockrill (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Early College High School Nashville 0.6 mi 7.7
ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville 0.7 mi 8.1
Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville 0.6 mi 9.1
W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville 0.8 mi 5.9
Transitions at Bass Nashville 0.8 mi
W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville 0.8 mi
MNPS Virtual School Nashville 0.7 mi 6.8
The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville 1.0 mi 7.6
Cockrill Elementary Nashville 1.0 mi 4.3
ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville 1.0 mi 7.8
OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville 1.0 mi 5.6
Nashville Prep Nashville 1.3 mi 1.6
MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville 1.4 mi 6.3
THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville 1.6 mi 6.1
Park Avenue Elementary Nashville 1.5 mi 3.6
Charlotte Park Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 5.3
Moses McKissack Middle Nashville 1.7 mi 3.3
H. G. Hill Middle Nashville 1.9 mi 5.0
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.8 mi 7.5
JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 1.8 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,810

Median Home Value

$495,500

Median Rent

$1,580/mo

Population

38,367

College Educated

57.3%

Homeownership

44.8%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

32.5

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School Rating
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Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis, TN 6.4
Bradley County Virtual School Cleveland, TN 7.3
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin, TN 6.1
Gary Hardin Academy Sevierville, TN 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nashville Big Picture High School

What grades does Nashville Big Picture High School serve?

Nashville Big Picture High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Nashville Big Picture High School?

Nashville Big Picture High School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nashville Big Picture High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Nashville Big Picture High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nashville Big Picture High School rank in TN?

Nashville Big Picture High School ranks #822 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Nashville Big Picture High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nashville Big Picture High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Nashville Big Picture High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nashville Big Picture High School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Nashville Big Picture High School a charter school?

No, Nashville Big Picture High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Nashville Big Picture High School a Title I school?

No, Nashville Big Picture High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

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

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