MNPS Zoned Public School
Gower Elementary
MNPS Zoned Public School · Grades K–5 · Bellevue, Nashville, TN · TN grade C
About Gower Elementary
Gower Elementary is an MNPS zoned public school in Bellevue, 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. 43% 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 1 (well below average).
It enrolled 631 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to McMurray MS and then Glencliff HS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and there is no uniform requirement.
Gower Elementary is one of 8 schools this guide lists in Bellevue and one of 63 MNPS zoned public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Zoned Public School
GradesK–5
NeighborhoodBellevue
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)43%Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 1 · Well below averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment631 (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
Address650 Old Hickory Blvd, Nashville, TN 37209
Phone(615)353-2012
Feeder pathway→ McMurray MS → Glencliff 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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