Serving 692 students in grades 6-8, Meigs Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meigs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meigs Middle School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
34 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning is our top priority.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Meigs Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meigs Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 1728 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
12%
20%
White
67%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meigs Middle School's ranking?
Meigs Middle School is ranked #8 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Meigs Middle School often compared to?
Meigs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Head Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Meigs Middle School?
692 students attend Meigs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Meigs Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Meigs Middle School offer ?
Meigs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meigs Middle School part of?
Meigs Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Meigs Middle School located?
Meigs Middle School is located in the Maxwell Heights neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hi, I am a student at Meigs and I would say it's AWESOME! The teachers here are so nice. If you get a bad grade they'll try to find a time to work with you and correct your grade. Also, our principal Dr. Underwood [principal] and Mr. Giltz [assistant principal] are so nice. There is way more awesome stuff about Meigs ,but I can't list them all. [:
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