Andrew Jackson Elementary

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480 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Andrew Jackson Elementary, located in the quiet community of Old Hickory, Tennessee, is a dedicated member of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school serves a diverse student population, fostering an environment rooted in academic growth and community engagement. By prioritizing foundational skills and character development, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, often utilizing the resources and curriculum standards established by the broader Nashville school system.

Beyond its academic focus, Andrew Jackson Elementary is known for its connection to the historic Old Hickory area. The school plays an integral role in the local neighborhood, often acting as a hub for families and community-led initiatives. With a commitment to inclusivity and student-centered learning, the faculty works to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build strong interpersonal relationships within a structured and nurturing educational setting.

480

Total Students

33.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Andrew Jackson Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	228
Hispanic	75
Black	111
Asian	18
Two or More	45
American Indian	3

White
228 (47.5 %)
Black
111 (23.1 %)
Hispanic
75 (15.6 %)
Two or More
45 (9.4 %)
Asian
18 (3.7 %)
American Indian
3 (0.6 %)

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)847-7317
Website:	http://schools.mnps.org/andrew-jackson-elementary-school
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	480
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 33

Kindergarten 91

Grade 1 86

Grade 2 61

Grade 3 80

Grade 4 65

Grade 5 64