Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville serves 25 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30% in TN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville's student population of 25 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Hispanic
28%
16%
Black
20%
20%
White
48%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville?
25 students attend Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville offer ?
Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville part of?
Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville is part of Tennessee Schools For The Deaf.
In what neighborhood is Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville located?
Tennessee School For The Deaf Nashville is located in the Hermitage neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Hermitage.
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