JOHN EARLY MIDDLE SCHOOL

John Early Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 355 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 26 teachers, John Early Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

John Early Museum Magnet Middle Prep, located in the historic North Nashville neighborhood, serves as a specialized learning environment within the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) district. As a museum magnet school, its curriculum is uniquely structured around partnerships with local cultural institutions, such as museums and historical societies. This approach integrates hands-on, inquiry-based learning into the core academic subjects, encouraging students to explore the world through archival research, exhibit curation, and community-based projects that bring traditional classroom topics to life.

Beyond its academic focus, the school emphasizes developing critical thinking and civic responsibility in its middle school population. By leveraging its museum magnet status, John Early provides students with opportunities to engage in experiential learning that fosters a deeper connection to history, science, and the arts. The school strives to create a supportive community that prepares students for high school success by blending rigorous academic standards with the immersive, interactive experiences typically found in cultural centers and galleries.

For more information, contact John Early Middle at (615) 291-6369 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.