MNPS Magnet Public School
Nashville Big Picture High School
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades 9–12 · The Nations / Sylvan Park, Nashville, TN · TN grade D
About Nashville Big Picture High School
Nashville Big Picture High School is an MNPS magnet public school in The Nations / Sylvan Park, serving grades 9–12 in Davidson County. Its focus is project-based learning.
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 D for 2024-25. 19% 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 1 (well below average).
It enrolled 125 students in 2023-24.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and there is no uniform requirement.
Nashville Big Picture 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)DSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)19% (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 30% · Math 11%
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)11% (missed 10% or more of school days)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, Chronic Absenteeism file, 2024-25
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 1 · Well below averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment125 (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
Address160 Rural Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
Focus / ProgramProject-based learning
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Nashville Big Picture High School?
Yes. Nashville Big Picture 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 Nashville Big Picture High School cost?
Nothing. Nashville Big Picture High School is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Nashville Big Picture High School?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Nashville Big Picture High School a letter grade of D for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 1 (well below average).
How do students at Nashville Big Picture 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: 30% in reading and 11% in math.
Is there a school bus to Nashville Big Picture High School?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Nashville Big Picture High School.
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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