OLD CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Old Center Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Goodlettsville, TN with about 354 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Old Center Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Old Center Elementary School, located in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, is part of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. Serving students in the northern Davidson County area, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, emphasizing foundational academic skills in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often incorporating social-emotional learning to support the "whole child."

As a neighborhood school, Old Center Elementary prioritizes community involvement and family engagement to enhance the student experience. The school aims to prepare its students for future academic success by utilizing a blend of traditional classroom instruction and modern educational tools. By partnering with parents and local stakeholders, the school strives to maintain a culture of excellence and high expectations, ensuring that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in their educational journey.

For more information, contact Old Center Elementary at (615) 859-8968 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1245 Dickerson Pike South
Goodlettsville, TN 37072
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OLD CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Goodlettsville, TN with about 354 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Davidson County
Total Students:
354
Teachers:
23.5
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 354 students

Black or African American
43.8%
Hispanic/Latino
29.9%
White
20.1%
Two or more races
4.0%
Asian
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.