A Guide to Metro Davidson Schools

Donelson, Hermitage, and Old Hickory

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) in Davidson County is one of the nation’s largest urban school districts, enrolling more than 79,000 students from Pre-K through grade 12 across 108 schools. MNPS routinely ranks among the top 10 large urban school districts for academic growth in both reading and mathematics.

Families settling in the Donelson, Hermitage, and Old Hickory communities are zoned for the McGavock Cluster within MNPS. More than a dozen elementary and middle schools feed directly into McGavock High School—one of the largest high schools in Tennessee, with over 1,800 students enrolled.

Step-by-Step Registration Process

Enrolling a new student in Metro Nashville Public Schools is a straightforward four-step process:

1. Find Your Zoned School: Use the MNPS interactive zone finder to confirm the neighborhood elementary, middle, or high school designated for your new home address.

 

2. Gather Required Documentation: Prepare all necessary proofs of age, residency, and official Tennessee health records. You will verify your child’s age with one of the following documents: official birth certificate, passport, visa, or I-94 record.

  • Proof of Residency: Two current proofs of residence in Davidson County in the parent/guardian’s name (e.g., current lease, mortgage statement, or utility bill).
  • Parent/Guardian Identification: Photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or military ID).
  • Tennessee Certificate of Immunization: Signed by a healthcare provider or local health department.
  • Physical Examination: Proof of a U.S. physical exam completed within the last 12 months for students entering school for the first time.
  • Academic Records: Recent report card or high school transcript (if applicable).

 

3. Obtain a Student ID Number: If applying for Pre-K or participating in the MNPS Optional Schools application process, request a Student ID number through the online portal first.

 

4.District Enrollment Portal: Register for MNPS Online 

 

5. Complete Enrollment Online or In-Person: Submit your registration packet through the district’s portal or schedule an appointment at your nearest MNPS Enrollment Center (such as the McGavock High School Enrollment Center).

Find Enrollment Centers: MNPS Enrollment Center Locations & Appointments

Kindergarten Eligibility

Children entering kindergarten must turn 5 years old on or before August 15 of the current school year to enroll in public school.

Metro Nashville Public Schools
2601 Bransford Ave., Nashville, TN 37204
615-259-INFO (4636)
mnps.org

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