MNPS Zoned Public School
Dan Mills Elementary
MNPS Zoned Public School · Grades PreK–5 · Inglewood, Nashville, TN · TN grade C
About Dan Mills Elementary
Dan Mills Elementary is an MNPS zoned public school in Inglewood, serving grades PreK–5 in Davidson County.
As a zoned MNPS school it has a defined attendance area, so families living inside that zone are entitled to a seat without applying. Walk-in enrollment is accepted.
Tennessee gave it a letter grade of C for 2024-25. 60% of students met or exceeded state expectations on TCAP across all tested subjects, above the 31% average across the 144 public schools in this guide with reported scores. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 1 (well below average).
It enrolled 606 students in 2023-24. Students here typically continue on to Isaac Litton MS and then Stratford STEM HS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 14 serves the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
Dan Mills Elementary is one of 8 schools this guide lists in Inglewood and one of 63 MNPS zoned public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Zoned Public School
GradesPreK–5
NeighborhoodInglewood
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)60% (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 59% · Math 63%
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)10% (missed 10% or more of school days)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, Chronic Absenteeism file, 2024-25
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 1 · Well below averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment606 (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 14
Walk-in enrollmentYes
Application requiredNo
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address4106 Kennedy Ave, Nashville, TN 37216
Phone(615)262-6677
Feeder pathway→ Isaac Litton MS → Stratford STEM HS
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Dan Mills Elementary?
No, if you live in its attendance zone: children zoned to Dan Mills Elementary are entitled to a seat without applying. Families outside the zone can apply through the MNPS school-choice process.
How much does Dan Mills Elementary cost?
Nothing. Dan Mills Elementary is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Dan Mills Elementary?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Dan Mills Elementary a letter grade of C for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 1 (well below average).
How do students at Dan Mills 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: 59% in reading and 63% in math.
Is there a school bus to Dan Mills Elementary?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Dan Mills Elementary. WeGo transit serves the area (Rte 14).
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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