MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Meigs Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 686 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 25 teachers, Meigs Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.
Meigs Academic Magnet Middle School, located in the historic East Nashville neighborhood, is one of the most highly regarded schools within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. As an academic magnet school, it maintains a selective admissions process based on rigorous academic criteria, designed to serve students who demonstrate high aptitude and a strong desire for a challenging curriculum. The school is widely recognized for its high standards and consistently performs at the top of state assessments, fostering an environment that prioritizes intellectual growth and critical thinking.
Beyond its core academics, Meigs offers a robust extracurricular program, including competitive athletics, arts, and various student-led clubs that encourage a well-rounded educational experience. The school culture emphasizes community, personal responsibility, and the development of lifelong learners. By providing an accelerated path for students in grades 5 through 8, Meigs serves as a foundational institution for high-achieving youth in the Nashville area, preparing them for success in advanced high school programs and future collegiate endeavors.
For more information, contact Meigs Middle at (615) 271-3222 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Nashville, TN 37206
(615) 271-3222
MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Nashville, TN with about 686 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Davidson County
- Total Students:
- 686
- Teachers:
- 25
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 686 students
- White
- 59.0%
- Black or African American
- 24.1%
- Asian
- 9.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.6%
- Female
- 53.5%
- Male
- 46.5%
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.