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James Lawson High School

8001 Highway 70S, Nashville, TN, 37221

About James Lawson High School

James Lawson High School is a public high school in Nashville, TN. It is a school in the Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) system. The school is for students in grades 9–12, and its main goal is to make the learning environment as difficult, welcoming, and helpful as possible for all of its students. The school offers a full range of classes, including core academic subjects, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, honors-level classes, and arts and athletics electives. Getting students ready for college and careers, getting them involved, and helping them improve their skills are all important goals at James Lawson High School. They do this by providing counseling and activities outside of school. James Lawson High School is a public school, which means that the state and local governments give it money. To graduate, students in Tennessee have to take SAT tests and meet other academic requirements. James Lawson High School is well-known in Nashville for its commitment to helping students grow, making the classroom a welcoming place for everyone, and preparing students for success after high school.

James Lawson High School Contact Information

Address

8001 Highway 70S, Nashville, TN, 37221

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Phone

(615) 259-4636

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

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71
Full-time Teachers
17 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1236
Total Students
$59505
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 230 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at James Lawson High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:05 AM to 2:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 6:50 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 36%
Asian 5.5%
Hispanic 23.46%
Black 32.04%
Two+ Races 2.59%
Native Am. 0.24%
White
36%
Asian
5.5%
Hispanic
23.46%
Black
32.04%
Two+ Races
2.59%
Native Am.
0.24%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1236
47.73%
590 Female
52.27%
646 Male

Student Population

1236 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

James Lawson High School continue strengthening campus security with modern detection systems, helping ensure students and staff feel safe every day. Parents and community members have expressed appreciation for proactive safety efforts, reinforcing trust in this schools.

FAQ

Q1. What kind of school is James Lawson High School?

Ans. It is a public high school for kids in grades 9–12.

Q2. What school district runs James Lawson High School?

Ans. The Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) runs the school.

Q3. What kinds of classes does James Lawson High School offer?

Ans. The school has core academics, Career and Technical Education (CTE), honors classes, arts, and sports.

Q4. Does James Lawson High School offer extracurricular activities?

Ans. Yes, students can join clubs, sports, arts programs, and activities that help them become leaders.

Q5. Do students take the tests that the state of Tennessee gives?

Ans. Yes, as part of their graduation requirements, students have to take state tests in Tennessee.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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