TUSCULUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Tusculum Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 776 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 54 teachers, Tusculum Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Tusculum Elementary School, located on McMurray Drive in Nashville, Tennessee, is part of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school serves a diverse student body and is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The curriculum is designed to meet the academic needs of students from various backgrounds, focusing on foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development to prepare children for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond core academics, Tusculum Elementary emphasizes the importance of community involvement and student engagement. The school frequently collaborates with local partners and families to provide a well-rounded educational experience that includes enrichment activities and supportive services. With a focus on high expectations and personalized instruction, the faculty strives to create a safe and welcoming space where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Tusculum Elementary at (615) 333-5179 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

440 McMurray DR
Nashville, TN 37211
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TUSCULUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Nashville, TN with about 776 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Davidson County
Total Students:
776
Teachers:
54
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 776 students

Hispanic/Latino
55.2%
Asian
14.7%
Black or African American
14.6%
White
14.0%
Two or more races
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.