Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nashville Classical East ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashville Classical East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nashville Classical East's student population of 549 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Work hard. Have fun. Make history.
School Rankings
Nashville Classical East ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nashville Classical East is 0.60, 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
#374 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
56%
20%
White
29%
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
11%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashville Classical East's ranking?
Nashville Classical East is ranked #374 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Nashville Classical East often compared to?
Nashville Classical Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Purpose Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Nashville Classical East?
549 students attend Nashville Classical East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nashville Classical East students are Black, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Nashville Classical East offer ?
Nashville Classical East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashville Classical East part of?
Nashville Classical East is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Nashville Classical East located?
Nashville Classical East is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastwood.
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