Meigs Middle
695 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
695
Total Students
36.2
Full-Time Teachers
19.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 437 |
| Hispanic | 48 |
| Black | 119 |
| Asian | 60 |
| Two or More | 30 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White437 (62.9 %)
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Black119 (17.1 %)
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Asian60 (8.6 %)
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Hispanic48 (6.9 %)
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Two or More30 (4.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Davidson County |
| Phone: | (615)271-3222 |
| Website: | http://schools.mnps.org/meigs-academic-magnet-school |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 695 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 36.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
174
Grade 6
175
Grade 7
174
Grade 8
172
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 174 |
| Grade 6 | 175 |
| Grade 7 | 174 |
| Grade 8 | 172 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 355 | 51.1% |
| Male | 340 | 48.9% |
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