MNPS Zoned Public School
May Werthan Shayne Elementary
MNPS Zoned Public School · Grades PreK–5 · South Nashville, Nashville, TN · TN grade D
About May Werthan Shayne Elementary
May Werthan Shayne Elementary is an MNPS zoned public school in South Nashville, serving grades PreK–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 D for 2024-25. 37% 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 779 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to Stratford cluster.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 14 serves the area, and there is no uniform requirement.
May Werthan Shayne Elementary is one of 12 schools this guide lists in South Nashville and one of 63 MNPS zoned public elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Zoned Public School
GradesPreK–5
NeighborhoodSouth Nashville
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)DSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Proficiency (met/exceeded)37%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 ↗ Enrollment779 (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
WeGo routesRte 14
Walk-in enrollmentYes
Application requiredNo
UniformsNo
Contact & Details
Address6217 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Feeder pathway→ Stratford cluster
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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