MNPS Magnet Public School
Carter-Lawrence Elementary
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades K–5 · Midtown, Nashville, TN · TN grade C
About Carter-Lawrence Elementary
Carter-Lawrence Elementary is an MNPS magnet public school in Midtown, serving grades K–5 in Davidson County. Its focus is health science & engineering (steam).
It has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process and is open to any Davidson County family.
Tennessee gave it a letter grade of C for 2024-25. 22% of students met or exceeded state expectations on TCAP across all tested subjects, below the 31% average across the 144 public schools in this guide with reported scores. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 3 (average).
It enrolled 227 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. MNPS describes its pathway as: Application required (MNPS School Options) · Health Science & Engineering (STEAM) magnet.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 23 serves the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
Carter-Lawrence Elementary is one of 7 schools this guide lists in Midtown and one of 5 MNPS magnet public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
GradesK–5
NeighborhoodMidtown
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)CSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)22% (reading, math, science and social studies combined)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Reading and math, met or exceeded (2024-25)Grades 3–5: Reading 26% · Math 21%
The state reports scores in grade bands, counting only the tested grades this school serves.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Chronically absent students (2024-25)33% (missed 10% or more of school days)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, Chronic Absenteeism file, 2024-25
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 3 · AverageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment227 (2023-24)Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES CCD, 2023-24
verify ↗ Data last checked: September 4, 2026
Tuition & Vouchers
TuitionFree — public
Transportation & Admissions
MNPS busingYes
WeGo routesRte 23
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address1118 12th Avenue South, Nashville
Phone(615)291-7333
Focus / ProgramHealth Science & Engineering (STEAM)
Feeder pathwayApplication required (MNPS School Options) · Health Science & Engineering (STEAM) magnet
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Carter-Lawrence Elementary?
Yes. Carter-Lawrence Elementary has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process, open to any Davidson County family.
How much does Carter-Lawrence Elementary cost?
Nothing. Carter-Lawrence Elementary is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Carter-Lawrence Elementary?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Carter-Lawrence Elementary a letter grade of C for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 3 (average).
How do students at Carter-Lawrence Elementary do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 26% in reading and 21% in math.
Is there a school bus to Carter-Lawrence Elementary?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Carter-Lawrence Elementary. WeGo transit serves the area (Rte 23).
Always confirm zoning and open seats. Attendance zones, magnet/charter lotteries, and enrollment deadlines change. Verify current details directly with the school or MNPS.
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