TRANSITIONS AT BASS

Transitions at Bass is a Title I public high school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 18 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th 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 4 teachers, Transitions at Bass has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

**Transitions at Bass**, located at 5200 Delaware Avenue in Nashville, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) system. Unlike a traditional K-12 school, the center is designed to serve as a focused learning environment for students who require unique support structures, alternative academic pathways, or specialized interventions to help them succeed. The school’s mission centers on providing a stable and restorative educational experience that prepares students for future success, whether that involves returning to a traditional school setting or progressing toward graduation.

The program at Transitions at Bass emphasizes personalized instruction and student-centered support, aiming to address the behavioral or academic needs that may have hindered a student's progress in a standard classroom. By fostering a smaller, more intentional learning community, the staff works closely with families and district resources to cultivate a safe atmosphere that prioritizes both social-emotional growth and academic achievement. It serves as a vital component of the MNPS network by ensuring that all students, regardless of the challenges they face, have access to the resources necessary to continue their educational journey.

For more information, contact Transitions at Bass at (615) 298-3278 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.