MNPS Magnet Public School
Glendale Elementary
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades K–5 · Berry Hill / 12South, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About Glendale Elementary
Glendale Elementary is an MNPS magnet public school in Berry Hill / 12South, serving grades K–5 in Davidson County. Its focus is spanish immersion.
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 B for 2024-25. 86% 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 2 (below average).
It enrolled 433 students in 2023-24. MNPS describes its pathway as: Application required (MNPS School Options) · Spanish immersion.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and there is no uniform requirement.
Glendale Elementary is one of 3 schools this guide lists in Berry Hill / 12South and one of 5 MNPS magnet public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
GradesK–5
NeighborhoodBerry Hill / 12South
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)BSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)86% (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 90% · Math 84%
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 2 · Below averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment433 (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
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address800 Thompson AVE, Nashville
Phone(615)279-7970
Focus / ProgramSpanish immersion
Feeder pathwayApplication required (MNPS School Options) · Spanish immersion
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Glendale Elementary?
Yes. Glendale Elementary has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process, open to any Davidson County family.
How much does Glendale Elementary cost?
Nothing. Glendale Elementary is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Glendale Elementary?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Glendale Elementary a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 2 (below average).
How do students at Glendale 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: 90% in reading and 84% in math.
Is there a school bus to Glendale Elementary?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Glendale Elementary.
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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