Limited Profile
Not enough data to generate a rating
W. A. Bass Adult Program
High School · Davidson County
5300 Delaware AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
70.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
70.8:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About W. A. Bass Adult Program
W. A. Bass Adult Program is a public high school in Nashville, TN, part of the Davidson County.
The school serves approximately 283 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 70.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,810, where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at W. A. Bass Adult Program is 70.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 283 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 70.8:1
- Address
- 5300 Delaware AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
- Phone
- (615) 298-8053
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How W. A. Bass Adult Program Compares
See how W. A. Bass Adult Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
5300 Delaware AVE, Nashville, TN 37209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. A. Bass Adult Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Early College High School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is ST CECILIA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away). Additionally, W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center (rated 7.7/10). For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W.A. Bass Alternative Learning Center Nashville | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Transitions at Bass Nashville | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST ANN SCHOOL Nashville | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| MNPS Virtual School Nashville | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Nashville Prep Nashville | 0.6 mi | 1.5 |
| Sylvan Park Elementary Nashville | 0.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Moses McKissack Middle Nashville | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Early College High School Nashville | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST CECILIA ACADEMY Nashville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| OVERBROOK SCHOOL Nashville | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MONTGOMERY BELL ACADEMY Nashville | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| JEWISH MIDDLE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| THE ENSWORTH SCHOOL-LOWER/MIDDLE CAMPUS Nashville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Charlotte Park Elementary Nashville | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SCHRADER LANE CHILD CARE CENTER Nashville | 2.0 mi | — |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding W. A. Bass Adult Program has a median household income of $75,810. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $495,500, with a median rent of $1,580/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| University High School Memphis, TN | — |
| Manassas High Memphis, TN | 3.6 |
| Red Boiling Springs School Red Boiling Springs, TN | 3.7 |
| Oneida High School Oneida, TN | 4.1 |
| Central High School Wartburg, TN | 4.3 |
| Cloudland High School Roan Mountain, TN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. A. Bass Adult Program
What grades does W. A. Bass Adult Program serve?
W. A. Bass Adult Program serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend W. A. Bass Adult Program?
W. A. Bass Adult Program has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. A. Bass Adult Program?
The student-teacher ratio at W. A. Bass Adult Program is 70.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is W. A. Bass Adult Program a charter school?
No, W. A. Bass Adult Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. A. Bass Adult Program a Title I school?
No, W. A. Bass Adult Program is not currently a Title I school.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 70.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Phone
- (615) 298-8053
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.