Serving 496 students in grades 5-8, Lead Cameron 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 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lead Cameron ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lead Cameron's student population of 496 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Lead Cameron ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lead Cameron is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1535 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
68%
15%
Black
22%
21%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lead Cameron's ranking?
Lead Cameron is ranked #1535 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lead Cameron often compared to?
Lead Cameronis often viewed alongside schools like Apollo Middle School, Brick Church A Lead Public School, Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Lead Cameron?
496 students attend Lead Cameron.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lead Cameron students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lead Cameron?
Lead Cameron has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lead Cameron offer ?
Lead Cameron offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lead Cameron part of?
Lead Cameron is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lead Cameron located?
Lead Cameron is located in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Chestnut Hill.
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