MNPS Zoned Public School
Dodson Elementary
MNPS Zoned Public School · Grades K–5 · Hermitage, Nashville, TN · TN grade C
About Dodson Elementary
Dodson Elementary is an MNPS zoned public school in Hermitage, serving grades K–5 in Davidson County.
As a zoned MNPS school it has a defined attendance area, so families living inside that zone are entitled to a seat without applying. Walk-in enrollment is accepted.
Tennessee gave it a letter grade of C for 2024-25. 38% of students met or exceeded state expectations on TCAP, above the 31% average across the 144 public schools in this guide with reported scores. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 4 (above average).
It enrolled 464 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to Oliver MS and then Cane Ridge HS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and there is no uniform requirement.
Dodson Elementary is one of 7 schools this guide lists in Hermitage and one of 63 MNPS zoned public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Zoned Public School
GradesK–5
NeighborhoodHermitage
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)CSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Proficiency (met/exceeded)38%Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 4 · Above averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment464 (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 enrollmentYes
Application requiredNo
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address4401 Chandler RD, Hermitage, TN 37076
Phone(615)885-8806
Feeder pathway→ Oliver MS → Cane Ridge HS
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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