MAY WERTHAN SHAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

May Werthan Shayne Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 746 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 42 teachers, May Werthan Shayne Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

May Werthan Shayne Elementary School, located on Nolensville Road in Nashville, is a public school serving the Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school is named in honor of May Werthan Shayne, a prominent local philanthropist and community figure, and it serves a diverse student population in the surrounding community. As part of the MNPS system, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development, often utilizing the district’s "Great Schools" initiatives to foster student success.

The school environment at Shayne Elementary is characterized by a focus on inclusivity and community engagement. By leveraging its location in a vibrant, multicultural area of Nashville, the school works to provide targeted support and enrichment opportunities to meet the unique needs of its learners. Families and community members are encouraged to participate in school life through various programs that aim to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact May Werthan Shayne Elementary School at (615) 332-3020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.