The Academy At Opry Mills serves 30 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Academy At Opry Mills ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Academy At Opry Mills's student population of 30 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Academy At Opry Mills is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
47%
21%
White
40%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of The Academy At Opry Mills?
The graduation rate of The Academy At Opry Mills is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend The Academy At Opry Mills?
30 students attend The Academy At Opry Mills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of The Academy At Opry Mills students are Black, 40% of students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Academy At Opry Mills?
The Academy At Opry Mills has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Academy At Opry Mills offer ?
The Academy At Opry Mills offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Academy At Opry Mills part of?
The Academy At Opry Mills is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is The Academy At Opry Mills located?
The Academy At Opry Mills is located in the Donelson neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 6 other public schools located in Donelson.
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