Very Good
#463 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 26% in state
The Academy at Old Cockrill
High School · Davidson County
610 49th AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#463 of 1,786
In Nashville
#25 of 118
public schools
In district
#27 of 154
Davidson County
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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The Academy at Old Cockrill
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About The Academy at Old Cockrill
The Academy at Old Cockrill is a public high school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. The Academy at Old Cockrill serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Academy at Old Cockrill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #463 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for The Academy at Old Cockrill show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2015).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, The Academy at Old Cockrill 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 The Academy at Old Cockrill 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, The Academy at Old Cockrill 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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The Academy at Old Cockrill — Students at The Academy at Old Cockrill score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How The Academy at Old Cockrill Compares
See how The Academy at Old Cockrill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
610 49th AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Academy at Old Cockrill may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST CECILIA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Early College High School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Nashville Big Picture High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MNPS Virtual School Nashville | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| W. A. Bass Adult Program Nashville | 0.3 mi | — |
| W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Transitions at Bass Nashville | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Nashville Prep Nashville | 0.7 mi | 1.6 |
| Moses McKissack Middle Nashville | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Early College High School Nashville | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| SCHRADER LANE CHILD CARE CENTER Nashville | 1.7 mi | — |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| West End Middle Nashville | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 7.4 |
| The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville, TN | 7.9 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Monterey, TN | 7.0 |
| Morgan County Career and Technical Center Wartburg, TN | 8.2 |
| MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis, TN | 6.8 |
| RIVER ACADEMY Greeneville, TN | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Academy at Old Cockrill
What grades does The Academy at Old Cockrill serve?
The Academy at Old Cockrill serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Academy at Old Cockrill?
The Academy at Old Cockrill has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Academy at Old Cockrill?
The student-teacher ratio at The Academy at Old Cockrill is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Academy at Old Cockrill rank in TN?
The Academy at Old Cockrill ranks #463 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is The Academy at Old Cockrill's MySchoolScout rating?
The Academy at Old Cockrill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 The Academy at Old Cockrill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Academy at Old Cockrill has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2015).
Is The Academy at Old Cockrill a charter school?
No, The Academy at Old Cockrill is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Academy at Old Cockrill a Title I school?
No, The Academy at Old Cockrill is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 298-2294
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #27 of 154
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