Public Charter School
LEAD Neely’s Bend
Public Charter School · Grades 5–8 · Madison, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About LEAD Neely’s Bend
LEAD Neely’s Bend is a public charter school in Madison, serving grades 5–8 in Davidson County.
It is a tuition-free public charter school with no attendance zone: any Davidson County family may apply, and seats are filled by lottery when applications exceed capacity.
Tennessee gave it a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
It enrolled 291 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and uniforms are required.
LEAD Neely’s Bend is one of 17 schools this guide lists in Madison and one of 12 public charter middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
Grades5–8
NeighborhoodMadison
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 ↗ Reading and math, met or exceeded (2024-25)Grades 6–8: Reading 17% · Math 27%
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)12% (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 ↗ Enrollment291 (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
UniformsYes
Contact & Details
Address1251 Neely's Bend Rd, Madison, TN 37115
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to LEAD Neely’s Bend?
Yes. LEAD Neely’s Bend is a tuition-free public charter school with no attendance zone. Any Davidson County family may apply, and seats are filled by lottery when applications exceed capacity.
How much does LEAD Neely’s Bend cost?
Nothing. LEAD Neely’s Bend is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give LEAD Neely’s Bend?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave LEAD Neely’s Bend a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at LEAD Neely’s Bend do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 6–8: 17% in reading and 27% in math.
Is there a school bus to LEAD Neely’s Bend?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for LEAD Neely’s Bend.
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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