MNPS Zoned Public School
McKissack Middle School
MNPS Zoned Public School · Grades 6–8 · The Nations / Sylvan Park, Nashville, TN · TN grade C
About McKissack Middle School
McKissack Middle School is an MNPS zoned public school in The Nations / Sylvan Park, serving grades 6–8 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. 10% of students met or exceeded state expectations on TCAP, below the 31% average across the 144 public schools in this guide with reported scores. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
It enrolled 114 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to Pearl Cohn HS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and there is no uniform requirement.
McKissack Middle School is one of 14 schools this guide lists in The Nations / Sylvan Park and one of 24 MNPS zoned public middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typeMNPS Zoned Public School
Grades6–8
NeighborhoodThe Nations / Sylvan Park
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)10%Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 5 · Well above averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment114 (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
Address915 38th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209
Feeder pathway→ Pearl Cohn 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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