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Meigs Middle Magnet School

Public | 5-8 | 724 students

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4 stars

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Posted October 28, 2012

Meigs is top rated & we love Meigs! This is our daughters 4th & final year at Meigs and it's hard to believe that 4 years have passed so quickly. This school has the most excellent teachers, a principal that demonstrates strong leadership & compassion for our students. We will miss Meigs next year but this school has well prepared our daughter for the next chapter...Hume Fogg Academic Magnet School. For the 2 post I read that dislike Meigs, why is your child still here if you dislike Meigs so much? Maybe you should remove your student so that a parent that realizes a great school can have their child take your childs seat.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2012

I do not like Meigs. my child goes there and i personally think it is a waste
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2012

I hate Meigs Middle Magnet School. It is the worst school i have ever been to. I think that it does not deserve to be a magnet school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 21, 2012

I attended Meigs from 2004-2008 (5th-8th) I truly LOVED this school.. I just graduated from high school c/o 2012 and often times I sit in my room and think about all the amazing things I did in school. Middle school at Meigs was the best!!! We did a lot of things that that other middle schools didnt get to do. Yes homework and rigorousness assignments do come with attending a top achieving school, but it was well worth the late night studying :-) Meigs prepared me for what high had to offer. I went to a public high school which made it even easier!! I began high school with 4 high school credits; Algebra 1, geometry, Spanish 1 & physical science. I graduated 6th in my class and I was also male valedictorian... I would recommend this school to ANYONE.. Mr. Haney, Mrs Hoskins, and Mrs. Bluestone were the best!!!!!!


Posted July 9, 2011

This school is incredibly overrated. The teachers we dealt with were apathetic at best, and one even told us that parents should not bother to contact her because she wouldn't respond. They consistently took over a month to post grades for assignments. It is now July and we are still waiting to receive the report card for this past year. Our child made good grades and performed well, but we're not going back because the teachers are so arrogant.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 3, 2011

Meigs is a Academic Magnet Middle School in Nashville, Tennessee and is also the highest scoring value-added school in the entire state of Tennessee. This school mentally challenges and fully prepares students for the rest of their Academic career. Meigs has Drama, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Computer Class, as well as Strings, Choir, and Band. There are 4 different languages to choose from - French, Spanish, Latin, and Chinese. Meigs continues to shine above all others by means of Academics, Electives, Staff, Students, and Parents.


Posted May 7, 2011

Our experience at Meigs has been excellent! There are always some teachers that stand out and we would give the highest accolades to Vickie Dooley, Alvin Haney, Kaul Bluestone, Justine McMurray, Dylan Hoffmann, Mrs. Wolf, and percussion instructor, Todd Liles. We love and appreciate all the teachers. Guidance couselor Mrs. Melton and Jesus, the custodian are also exceptional people!!! Jon Hubble is a great principal and makes the middle school experience at Meigs a truly wonderful place to learn and grow in the tween and early teen years. The PTO president, Greta Requierme, has accomplished phenomenal things and we are so grateful to all those parents who contribute their time, money and energy to make Meigs a close community in spite of the fact that it is not a "neighborhood" school for most who attend.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 18, 2011

I don't know anything about this school, but I just ate lunch with four bus loads of their students at Wendy's, MetroCenter. (2/18/11) All I can say is WOW! what a great bunch of kids! Approximately 50? students and chaperones filled the restaurant. When they left, there were eight other customers left behind commenting on how well-behaved the group was. The restaurant dining room was put back in order, trash in the bins, chairs pushed back under the tables, "yes ma'ams/sirs" to adults... Great job Meigs faculty! Great job Meigs student body! This 60-something citizen most was impressed.


Posted February 1, 2011

I have a daughter that was fortunate enough to not only qualify academically, but also to be selected in the lottery in order to attend. What can I say? Meigs lives up to it's reputation and then some. As a school that serves ' high acheivers", it pushes my daughter beyond what I thought capable at her age. A great range of elective classes and clubs as well as strong core classes. I couldn't be more pleased. On a side note, they do a lot of projects, so be prepared for a lot of weekend work and experiments, and stock up on poster board. Transportation can be an issue, but take advantage of any carpools you can to cut down the wait time and traffic, since there is no bus service. I wish all of our schools could compare.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 25, 2010

Meigs actually does have recess and its a great place and environment for kids. Meigs prepares students for high school and the real world, and it gives children great opportunities to participate in there hobbies like: computers, art, band, chorus/general music and drama. They also have 5 different languages to choose from to take.
—Submitted by a student


Posted February 20, 2010

This school is the BEST!The extra curriculum,the fun activities,theres nothing I hate about it!
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 9, 2010

Faculty and students display dignity, friendliness, and integrity. The curriculum is challenging. Keeping students engaged and interested is a priority. High achievement from these young people both academically and later in life is expected. The building does seem a bit overcrowded. Car traffic at peak times is congested as people from all over Nashville rush to pick up and drop off students. This is the best school in Nashville for advanced and gifted students
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

Good students and families are the things which make a school good. Meigs excells on motivated and talented students. Negative aspects are: Too crowded classrooms and hallways, no recess time, very rigid administration. Since it is the only academic magnet in a failing school district, everybody ignores the deficiencies and still send their children here.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

It is a neighborhood school that impresses the best on the students it has. It has educated many artists, musians, and polititions.


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
83%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
86%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

170 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2012.

155 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
87%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 46% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

169 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

116 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
68%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 47% in 2012.

192 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

192 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
97%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students88%
African American82%
Hispanicn/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students98%
African American98%
Hispanicn/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students94%
African American85%
Hispanicn/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students94%
African American89%
Hispanicn/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students96%
African American94%
Hispanicn/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students91%
African American81%
Hispanicn/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students98%
African American96%
Hispanicn/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged97%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students96%
African American92%
Hispanicn/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students94%
African American81%
Hispanicn/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students60%
African American40%
Hispanicn/a
White63%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students93%
African American88%
Hispanic93%
White94%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students97%
African American95%
Hispanic100%
White98%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

English 2

The state average for English 2 was 50% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 100% in 2012.

14 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 96% in 2012.

75 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
100%
English I

The state average for English I was 99% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

All Students100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Algebra I

All Students100%
African American100%
Hispanicn/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged100%

English I

All Studentsn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 68% 68%
Black 23% 25%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 2%
Hispanic 3% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 15%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 20N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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713 Ramsey St
Nashville, TN 37206
Phone: (615) 271-3222

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