School Overview
Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary, located in the historic North Nashville community, is a unique academic institution that integrates museum-based learning into its core curriculum. As a magnet school within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district, it emphasizes a specialized educational approach where students engage with interactive exhibits and primary source materials to foster critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. The school’s curriculum is designed to transform the classroom into a dynamic learning laboratory, encouraging students to connect historical contexts with modern-day academic standards.

Beyond its academic focus, Robert Churchwell Elementary is deeply rooted in the legacy of its namesake, a trailblazing journalist and the first African American reporter for *The Nashville Banner*. The school serves as a cornerstone of its neighborhood, dedicated to cultivating an environment that honors heritage while preparing students for future success. By leveraging partnerships with local cultural institutions and implementing inquiry-based instruction, the school provides a supportive, enriching atmosphere that helps young learners build both strong character and a foundational passion for lifelong discovery.
289
Total Students
19.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Robert Churchwell Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic21
Black251
Two or More13
American Indian1
  • Black
    251 (86.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (7.3 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (4.5 %)
  • White
    3 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Davidson County
Phone: (615)687-4024
Website: http://schools.mnps.org/robert-churchwell-museum-magnet-elementary
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 289
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 18
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 59
Grade 2 33
Grade 3 51
Grade 4 39
Grade 5 42

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Robert Churchwell Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten18
Kindergarten47
Grade 159
Grade 233
Grade 351
Grade 439
Grade 542
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Robert Churchwell Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14951.6%
Male14048.4%
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