MNPS Magnet Public School
Hume-Fogg Academic High School
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades 9–12 · Downtown, Nashville, TN · TN grade A
About Hume-Fogg Academic High School
Hume-Fogg Academic High School is an MNPS magnet public school in Downtown, serving grades 9–12 in Davidson County. Its focus is academic magnet.
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. 94% 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 885 students in 2023-24. MNPS describes its pathway as: Citywide application — selective academic magnet.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo routes Rte 3, Rte 7, Rte 14 serve the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
Hume-Fogg Academic High School is one of 5 MNPS magnet public high schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
Grades9–12
NeighborhoodDowntown
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)94% (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 >95% · Math 90%
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)9% (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 ↗ Enrollment885 (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 3, Rte 7, Rte 14
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address700 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203
Focus / ProgramAcademic magnet
Feeder pathwayCitywide application — selective academic magnet
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Hume-Fogg Academic High School?
Yes. Hume-Fogg Academic 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 Hume-Fogg Academic High School cost?
Nothing. Hume-Fogg Academic High School is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Hume-Fogg Academic High School?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Hume-Fogg Academic 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 Hume-Fogg Academic 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: >95% in reading and 90% in math.
Is there a school bus to Hume-Fogg Academic High School?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Hume-Fogg Academic High School. WeGo transit serves the area (Rte 3, Rte 7, 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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