MNPS Magnet Public School
John Early Museum Magnet Middle
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades 6–8 · Germantown / North, Nashville, TN · TN grade C
About John Early Museum Magnet Middle
John Early Museum Magnet Middle is an MNPS magnet public school in Germantown / North, serving grades 6–8 in Davidson County. Its focus is museum studies.
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. 11% 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 5 (well above average).
It enrolled 136 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to citywide high school magnet application.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 23 serves the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
John Early Museum Magnet Middle is one of 6 schools this guide lists in Germantown / North and one of 7 MNPS magnet public middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
Grades6–8
NeighborhoodGermantown / North
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)11% (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 6–8: Reading 6% · Math 10%
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)42% (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 ↗ Enrollment136 (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
Address1000 Cass ST, Nashville, TN 37208
Focus / ProgramMuseum studies
Feeder pathway→ citywide high school magnet application
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to John Early Museum Magnet Middle?
Yes. John Early Museum Magnet Middle has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process, open to any Davidson County family.
How much does John Early Museum Magnet Middle cost?
Nothing. John Early Museum Magnet Middle is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give John Early Museum Magnet Middle?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave John Early Museum Magnet Middle a letter grade of C for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at John Early Museum Magnet Middle do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 6–8: 6% in reading and 10% in math.
Is there a school bus to John Early Museum Magnet Middle?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for John Early Museum Magnet Middle. 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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