Hull-Jackson Elementary

1015 Kellow Street

School District

Davidson County
Grade

PK, K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on December 20, 2024

As a parent with two children enrolled in this school, I cannot recommend it. There is a lack of family engagement because the new principal does not seem to know how to set things up properly. Additionally, there is little support for children with IEPs; the staff would rather send them home than address their needs. Many of the educators appear to be there only for a paycheck.
Submitted by parent on February 20, 2018

I switched my daughter from HJ this year as a third grader and went to private school in fear that she would be behind. Lord knows I can't afford the school she is at now, but I also couldn't afford her being behind. My daughter was at HJ since Preschool. Preschool through Kindergarten were actually ok. She had an older teacher who was a great teacher. When she switched to first and second, it became apparent that the school had a behavior issue. Kids at lunch were cussing and dancing inappropriately. Every time I came to her school, teachers were yelling at the children. She never had homework or papers that showed what she done in class. She made straight A's that I believe were mostly due to her behavior. I started tutoring her at home and she was still behind. When I questioned teachers, I was always told she was excelling. Other than the most important aspects of school, the music teacher is beyond awesome.
Submitted by parent on August 05, 2015

I have been very pleased with HJM. My daughter attended Hull Jackson as a preschooler last school year. And is currently in pre-k and will be attempting to test into kindergarten. Ms. Johnson did a fantastic job with the kids and had our daughter loving her days in class. The staff, kids and parents have been great. I felt compelled to write this review due to our family relocating. This school is underated by my opinion. The staff and kids will be missed by our family.
Submitted by parent on December 05, 2014

This by far has been the best school for my kids in the Nashville area! I moved here 5 years ago and it was a struggle for my children from day one! Hull Jackson staff and their method of teaching got my kids to progress, move forward, and love school again! All children learn differently and what works for one child may not be the best option for the next! Thank you guys for giving my babies hope and a reason to smile when it comes to their education!
Submitted by parent on August 20, 2013

As a parent of two children attending 2 vastly different public schools in Davidson County, TN I can say with absolute certainty that this school's shortcomings can be rectified with more funding, community involvement, and board support. I am terribly disappointed with the apparent chaos surrounding any activity at the school. Teachers are great...philosophy is good...performance...not so stellar. I will be moving my child for fear that they will be behind in the traditional classroom setting and may struggle to catch up in a higher performing school. Word of advice: Do your research...then visit (multiple times if at all possible)...Make an informed decision based on present performance not past excellence. Rude office staff raises concern about how respectfully children are being spoken to or treated.
Submitted by parent on May 29, 2013

My daughter started here in kindergarten. She cried every break because she wanted to go back to class. She learned well with this style, also enjoying teaching and learning from Pre-K students. The breadth of the curriculum was amazing and I know my baby knows far more than I can even imagine. She loves Mrs. Neely, Ms. Kluttz, Ms. Lawson and Mrs. Brown, and has just been embraced by students and teachers alike. I love Mrs. Thorsen, Ms. Hull and Mr. Frensley. The principal is accessible, the playgrounds are great, and there's a school counselor. The PTO is amazing, and every event whether fundraising or entertaining has been so much fun.
Submitted by parent on August 09, 2012

My daughter is in 3rd grade and has attended this school since Pre-School. I am totally satisfied with the teachers and the environment. Small class sizes, diverse students, great parent participation, and a convenient location close to downtown Nashville. Research the Montessori teaching method and decide if the method fits your child and your lifestyle. If so, choose Hull-Jackson Montessor in Nashville.