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Nashville Classical East

2000 Greenwood Ave
Nashville, TN 37206
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nashville Classical East ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Top 20% in TN
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • : 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
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Nashville Classical East's student population of 537 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Nashville Classical East ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nashville Classical East is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
#221 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
52%
31%
48%
37%
37%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
59%
21%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nashville Classical East's ranking?
Nashville Classical East is ranked #221 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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?
537 students attend Nashville Classical East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Nashville Classical East students are Black, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nashville Classical East?
Nashville Classical East has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 537 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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