Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Harris-hillman Special Education ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris-hillman Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Harris-hillman Special Education's student population of 442 students has grown by 127% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harris-hillman Special Education ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris-hillman Special Education is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#870 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
26%
21%
White
54%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris-hillman Special Education's ranking?
Harris-hillman Special Education is ranked #870 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harris-hillman Special Education often compared to?
Harris-hillman Special Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Cora Howe School, Murrell At Glenn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harris-hillman Special Education?
The graduation rate of Harris-hillman Special Education is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Harris-hillman Special Education?
442 students attend Harris-hillman Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Harris-hillman Special Education students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harris-hillman Special Education?
Harris-hillman Special Education has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harris-hillman Special Education offer ?
Harris-hillman Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Harris-hillman Special Education part of?
Harris-hillman Special Education is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris-hillman Special Education located?
Harris-hillman Special Education is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2020
He enjoys his school and every am he is so excited when he was awake with a smile because he knows that he is going to Harris Hillman School. I have to take him to school to see his school and show him that he will be back there soon and see his teachers and principal. This is the way that he has to go to his Dr.s appt.and He enjoys his Vandy drs. He has a smile and now he knows that he has a conversation at his drs appt with a smile.I rate this school with a 5 and more.
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