Serving 435 students in grades 6-8, H. G. Hill Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
H. G. Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
H. G. Hill Middle School's student population of 435 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Rankings
H. G. Hill Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of H. G. Hill Middle School is 0.74, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1402 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
35%
16%
Black
25%
20%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H. G. Hill Middle School's ranking?
H. G. Hill Middle School is ranked #1402 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are H. G. Hill Middle School often compared to?
H. G. Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Head Middle School, Bellevue Middle School, West End Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend H. G. Hill Middle School?
435 students attend H. G. Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of H. G. Hill Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does H. G. Hill Middle School offer ?
H. G. Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is H. G. Hill Middle School part of?
H. G. Hill Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is H. G. Hill Middle School located?
H. G. Hill Middle School is located in the Hillwood neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillwood.
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