JERE BAXTER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Jere Baxter Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 293 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 19 teachers, Jere Baxter Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Jere Baxter Middle Prep is a public middle school located in the Inglewood neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee, serving students as part of the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. The school is committed to providing a supportive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous instruction and personal growth, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school and beyond.

The school offers a diverse curriculum that focuses on core subjects such as mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies, often complemented by various elective programs and extracurricular activities designed to engage students’ unique interests. As a "Middle Prep," the institution places a strong emphasis on fostering a culture of high expectations and community involvement, striving to equip its student body with the necessary tools for academic success and social-emotional development in a rapidly changing world.

For more information, contact Jere Baxter Middle at (615) 262-6710 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.