MNPS Magnet Public School
Nashville School of the Arts
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades 9–12 · Woodbine, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About Nashville School of the Arts
Nashville School of the Arts is an MNPS magnet public school in Woodbine, serving grades 9–12 in Davidson County. Its focus is performing & visual arts.
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. 41% 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 548 students in 2023-24. MNPS describes its pathway as: Primary path from Creswell MS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 23 serves the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
Nashville School of the Arts is one of 12 schools this guide lists in Woodbine and one of 5 MNPS magnet public high schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
Grades9–12
NeighborhoodWoodbine
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)41% (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 65% · Math 21%
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)22% (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 ↗ Enrollment548 (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
Address1250 Foster Ave, Nashville, TN 37210
Focus / ProgramPerforming & visual arts
Feeder pathwayPrimary path from Creswell MS
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Nashville School of the Arts?
Yes. Nashville School of the Arts has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process, open to any Davidson County family.
How much does Nashville School of the Arts cost?
Nothing. Nashville School of the Arts is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Nashville School of the Arts?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Nashville School of the Arts a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 2 (below average).
How do students at Nashville School of the Arts do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 9–12: 65% in reading and 21% in math.
Is there a school bus to Nashville School of the Arts?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Nashville School of the Arts. 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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