John Early Middle School engages student learning using museum objects, inquiry and projects. The school’s overall goal is to build on what students bring to the classroom and offer them ways to use their passions and strengths as opportunities to be successful.
A museum created in their school building enables students to work as curators, designers and docents while they learn more about the history of Nashville. Students can analyze artifacts, design exhibits and develop their storytelling skills. Trips to area museums enhance their hands-on learning experiences, where they can meet and talk with museum professionals.
Though results of state test scores have been lower at this school compared to all Tennessee schools, improvement scores have remained steady. John Early’s curriculum and methods are based on the Paideia philosophy of education, which focuses on critical thinking, collaborative dialogue and open-ended questioning. The school’s community partners help it further support the student body with enrichment, internships and mentor opportunities.
John Early Middle School
Public Elementary, Middle School
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Grade 5-8
1000 Cass St,
Nashville, TN
Metro Nashville Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Tonya Dennis
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
7%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Niche Grade
C-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
5%
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Math Proficiency
7%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
16
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Full Time Teachers
16
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Teachers in First or Second Year
26.9%
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GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
5.3%
State Average
37%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
286:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
52.9%
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Female
47.1%
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Black
75.7%
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Hispanic
13.2%
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Two or more races
5.1%
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White
4.4%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
7/19/2017
I sent my daughter there despite the rumors. It was worse. I feel sorry for the staff. BUT they do not hold these children accountable for their actions and they are giving that school a bad rep. The student's that actually want to learn are constantly distracted by the disrespect, fighting, and bul...
5/23/2017
Hello. And there is a lot of bullying I honestly came just to go to Hume Fogg and I am a 6th grader. I will be leaving this school and then come back for 8th grade year. The teachers are alright shout out to my teacher Mrs. Lockert she is GREAT and AMAZING!!!!!!
9/23/2015
I, too, transferred my child here to go to Hume-Fogg. Quite frankly, these kids are better behaved and the teachers are more interested in the kids instead of their iPhones. They need a band program, though. I mean...they have one BUT it's brand new and it's choking out due to a severe lack of paren...
3/9/2015
We put our child so she could go to Hume-Fogg . The principal is disorganized, doesn't respond or communicate with parents. The parents are frustrated and upset with the u professionalism. Teacher are abusive to the students and it's been going on for years. We took our kids our and there were 7 mor...
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John Early Middle School is a public school for students in grades 5-8 in Nashville, TN and is served by the Metro Nashville Public Schools in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 181 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 7% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 5% are proficient in reading. John Early Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $479,413. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pearl Cohn Magnet High School, Martin Luther King Jr School, Hume-Fogg Academic High School, and more. Learn more about what Nashville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John Early Middle School.