Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Harris-hillman Special Education ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harris-hillman Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Harris-hillman Special Education's student population of 458 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Harris-hillman Special Education ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harris-hillman Special Education is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1253 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
27%
20%
White
54%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harris-hillman Special Education's ranking?
Harris-hillman Special Education is ranked #1253 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harris-hillman Special Education often compared to?
Harris-hillman Special Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Cora Howe School, Murrell At Glenn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harris-hillman Special Education?
The graduation rate of Harris-hillman Special Education is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harris-hillman Special Education?
458 students attend Harris-hillman Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Harris-hillman Special Education students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Harris-hillman Special Education offer ?
Harris-hillman Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harris-hillman Special Education part of?
Harris-hillman Special Education is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Harris-hillman Special Education located?
Harris-hillman Special Education is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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