MNPS Magnet Public School
Stanford Elementary
MNPS Magnet Public School · Grades K–5 · Donelson, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About Stanford Elementary
Stanford Elementary is an MNPS magnet public school in Donelson, serving grades K–5 in Davidson County. Its focus is montessori.
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. 58% 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 442 students in 2023-24. MNPS describes its pathway as: Application required (MNPS School Options) · Montessori.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and there is no uniform requirement.
Stanford Elementary is one of 15 schools this guide lists in Donelson and one of 5 MNPS magnet public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Magnet Public School
GradesK–5
NeighborhoodDonelson
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)58% (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 3–5: Reading 62% · Math 50%
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)6% (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 ↗ Enrollment442 (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
Address2417 Maplecrest DR, Nashville, TN 37214
Focus / ProgramMontessori
Feeder pathwayApplication required (MNPS School Options) · Montessori
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Stanford Elementary?
Yes. Stanford Elementary has no attendance zone. Admission is by application through the MNPS school-choice process, open to any Davidson County family.
How much does Stanford Elementary cost?
Nothing. Stanford Elementary is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Stanford Elementary?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Stanford Elementary a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 2 (below average).
How do students at Stanford Elementary do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 62% in reading and 50% in math.
Is there a school bus to Stanford Elementary?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Stanford Elementary.
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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