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#1454 of 1,786 schools in TN

Wright Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

180 McCall ST, Nashville, TN 37211

Enrollment

658

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,454 of 1,786

In Nashville

#81 of 118

public schools

In district

#103 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Wright Middle

4.9/10

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

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3.9/10

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About Wright Middle

Wright Middle is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Wright Middle serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wright Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,454 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Wright Middle show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% 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

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Wright 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 Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-30.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.3 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-26.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism35.9%

Wright Middle — Students at Wright Middle score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 14.7% (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
13%
ELA
21%
2010
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
26%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
8%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
7%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
7%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2022
Math
5.1%
ELA
8.7%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
7.5%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Wright Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
19th percentile in TN
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.9%

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

180 McCall ST, Nashville, TN 37211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wright Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Valor Voyager Academy (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Croft Middle (rated 4.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, STEM Prep Academy (rated 2.7/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Aventura Community School Nashville 0.5 mi 3.9
Glencliff High School Nashville 0.4 mi 2.8
GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville 0.5 mi 6.6
Glencliff Elementary Nashville 0.7 mi 7.1
ST. EDWARD SCHOOL Nashville 0.8 mi 7.3
Croft Middle Nashville 0.9 mi 4.5
John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville 1.0 mi 9.1
Norman Binkley Elementary Nashville 1.8 mi 7.8
Glengarry Elementary Nashville 1.7 mi 6.3
Paragon Mills Elementary Nashville 1.7 mi 5.2
Valor Flagship Academy Nashville 2.1 mi 4.8
STEM Prep High School Nashville 2.1 mi 6.4
LEAD Southeast Nashville 1.8 mi 6.7
Rocketship United Nashville 2.1 mi 5.5
Casa Azafran Early Learning Center Nashville 2.1 mi 3.2
Nashville School Of The Arts Nashville 2.2 mi 6.1
Valor Voyager Academy Nashville 2.2 mi 7.7
FATHER RYAN HIGH SCHOOL Nashville 1.9 mi 6.6
STEM Prep Academy Nashville 2.4 mi 2.7
Haywood Elementary Nashville 2.3 mi 7.2

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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Madisonville Middle School Madisonville, TN 4.9
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Meadowview Middle School Morristown, TN 4.9
Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga, TN 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wright Middle

What grades does Wright Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Wright Middle?

Wright Middle has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wright Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Wright Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wright Middle rank in TN?

Wright Middle ranks #1,454 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Wright Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Wright 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 Wright Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wright Middle has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wright Middle a charter school?

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

Is Wright Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.9%

District

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

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