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#1472 of 1,786 schools in TN

William Henry Oliver Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

6211 Nolensville RD, Nashville, TN 37211

Enrollment

614

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,472 of 1,786

In Nashville

#84 of 118

public schools

In district

#106 of 154

Davidson County

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William Henry Oliver Middle

4.8/10

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

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About William Henry Oliver Middle

William Henry Oliver Middle is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. William Henry Oliver Middle serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. William Henry Oliver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,472 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for William Henry Oliver Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at William Henry Oliver Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism33.2%

William Henry Oliver Middle — Students at William Henry Oliver Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (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
26%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
22.1%
ELA
26.7%
2025
Math
25.3%
ELA
31.1%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How William Henry Oliver Middle Compares

See how William Henry Oliver Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
18th percentile in TN
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

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

6211 Nolensville RD, Nashville, TN 37211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Henry Oliver Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sunset Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valor Voyager Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McMurray Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 0.1 mi 7.8
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 1.8 mi 6.2
Edmondson Elementary Brentwood 1.9 mi 8.7
MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brentwood 2.1 mi 6.4
McMurray Middle Nashville 2.6 mi 4.9
Henry C. Maxwell Elementary Antioch 2.3 mi 5.1
Cole Elementary Antioch 2.7 mi 5.5
ST CLEMENT COPTIC ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 2.8 mi 6.6
Tusculum Elementary Nashville 3.0 mi 7.6
Granbery Elementary Brentwood 2.9 mi 7.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 3.1 mi 7.3
Valor Voyager Academy Nashville 3.5 mi 7.7
Thurgood Marshall Middle Antioch 2.9 mi 4.5
Valor Flagship Academy Nashville 3.6 mi 4.8
A. Z. Kelley Elementary Antioch 3.0 mi 4.3
Antioch Middle Antioch 3.3 mi 4.9
Haywood Elementary Nashville 3.8 mi 7.2
Sunset Elementary School Brentwood 4.1 mi 8.0
Sunset Middle School Brentwood 4.1 mi 9.3
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 3.7 mi 7.4

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Henry Oliver Middle

What grades does William Henry Oliver Middle serve?

William Henry Oliver Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend William Henry Oliver Middle?

William Henry Oliver Middle has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Henry Oliver Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at William Henry Oliver Middle is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Henry Oliver Middle rank in TN?

William Henry Oliver Middle ranks #1,472 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is William Henry Oliver Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

William Henry Oliver Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 William Henry Oliver Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Henry Oliver Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William Henry Oliver Middle a charter school?

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

Is William Henry Oliver Middle a Title I school?

No, William Henry Oliver Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.2%

District

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

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