MNPS Magnet Public School
Early College High School
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades 9–12 · The Nations / Sylvan Park, Nashville, TN · TN grade A
About Early College High School
Early College High School is an MNPS magnet public school in The Nations / Sylvan Park, serving grades 9–12 in Davidson County. Its focus is early college.
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 A for 2024-25. 73% 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 5 (well above average).
It enrolled 174 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. MNPS describes its pathway as: Citywide application.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 22 serves the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
Early College High School is one of 14 schools this guide lists in The Nations / Sylvan Park and one of 5 MNPS magnet public high schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
Grades9–12
NeighborhoodThe Nations / Sylvan Park
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)ASource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)73% (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 9–12: Reading 82% · Math 70%
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)<5% (missed 10% or more of school days)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, Chronic Absenteeism file, 2024-25
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 5 · Well above averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment174 (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 22
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address120 White Bridge Rd, Nashville, TN 37209
Phone(615)353-3333
Focus / ProgramEarly college
Feeder pathwayCitywide application
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Early College High School?
Yes. Early College High School has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process, open to any Davidson County family.
How much does Early College High School cost?
Nothing. Early College High School is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Early College High School?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Early College High School a letter grade of A for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at Early College High School do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 9–12: 82% in reading and 70% in math.
Is there a school bus to Early College High School?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Early College High School. WeGo transit serves the area (Rte 22).
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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