Merrol Hyde Magnet School is a K–12 school in Hendersonville, Tennessee adhering to the Paideia philosophy and administered by the Sumner County Board of Education. It is the only magnet school in Sumner County. The school's motto is "Mandatus ad virtutem," or "Committed to excellence."
Serving 670 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Merrol Hyde Magnet School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrol Hyde Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Merrol Hyde Magnet School's student population of 670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
Educating the Whole Child
School Rankings
Merrol Hyde Magnet School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrol Hyde Magnet School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 1728 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
82%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrol Hyde Magnet School's ranking?
Merrol Hyde Magnet School is ranked #2 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Merrol Hyde Magnet School often compared to?
Merrol Hyde Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beech Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merrol Hyde Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Merrol Hyde Magnet School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Merrol Hyde Magnet School?
670 students attend Merrol Hyde Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Merrol Hyde Magnet School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Merrol Hyde Magnet School offer ?
Merrol Hyde Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrol Hyde Magnet School part of?
Merrol Hyde Magnet School is part of Sumner County School District.
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