Warner Elementary Enhanced Option School

Nashville, TN 37206

Phone: (615) 291-6395
District: Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools

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public • Grades PK-4 • 394 students

Nashville's Warner Elementary Enhanced Option School serves grades PK-4 in the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools district. Based on its state test results, it has received a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10.

Warner Elementary Enhanced Option School is a public school located in Nashville, TN. 394 students attend Warner Elementary Enhanced Option School.

School Ratings

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Test Scores 4/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2024 Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) data from Tennessee Department of Education, and using 2024 Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) data from Tennessee Department of Education.
Student Growth 6/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from Tennessee Department of Education, and using 2024 Student Growth - ACT data from Tennessee Department of Education.

Posted: December 2, 2025

This is our child’s third year at the school. We originally chose it because we had heard such wonderful things about the former principal, but he left before we even started. Since then, we have seen a continued push toward the arts, which we appreciate, but unfortunately it feels like that focus has come at the expense of academics.

Over the past few years, test scores have dropped and the school is now a Level 1 school based on its academic performance. It often seems as though the administration is not fully connected to what is happening in the academic classrooms and continues to prioritize the arts without addressing the decline in academic outcomes.

Teacher turnover has also been noticeable. This year the school has gone without a gym teacher or a librarian, and several other teachers have left mid-year. The teachers who remain are truly wonderful, dedicated, caring, and hardworking, but from the outside it appears they are not given the support they need to meet the academic needs of every student.

We genuinely love the community and value the creativity the arts bring, but the lack of academic leadership has made us seriously consider other opportunities for our child next year. We hope to see stronger direction and a more balanced focus moving forward.

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Posted: March 9, 2024

Our child has been attending Warner for the 2023-2024 school year. We have been very pleased with the overall experience. The teaching staff has been supportive, communicative & our child has really loved their experience.
The administration has also been great. Clearly communicating, answering questions and working with the PTO, parents and the community.
Very pleased with the school as a whole. Excited to see it’s community involvement grow.

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Our daughter is just finishing Kindergarten at Warner and she has loved her experience. Her class has been much smaller than other public elementary schools (14!), the arts focus has been really fun and the staff are incredibly caring and great at what they do

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Posted: October 17, 2023

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I love the whole family and community vibe at the school all at the same time encouraging students to explore their artistic interests and learning academically.

Posted: April 13, 2023

I moved my child from Lockeland to Warner after kindergarten and now all three of ours go there. I personally attended a private school in Nashville from k-12 and Warner has as much to offer as my private school did for me. Diversity, after school clubs, violin lessons, drama, choir, yoga and breath work instruction, dance, tutoring services, and most importantly, I see my kids learning to become critical thinkers. This is rare in the public system where so much learning is institutionalized, but it is alive and well at Warner. Very pleased.

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Posted: September 7, 2022

The school community is extremely nurturing and caring. They offer high expectations and are consistent with supporting the arts. My daughter has made lifelong friends and gets all the individualized support she needs. We toured several schools with her and chose Warner because of the arts focus and the diversity. Her teacher is amazing and understands every child's needs in her class. I cannot say enough about the resources available and the focus on learning at Warner Arts Magnet.

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Posted: May 5, 2022

We love Warner! Our two kids have thrived academically and artistically! They have great teachers, small classes, and so many opportunities for students to feel like leaders. My child has performed at community festivals and for the mayor. I also love the attention to social emotional learning. My kids lead me in relaxation exercises every evening.

Posted: May 5, 2022

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Posted: November 4, 2021

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Posted: November 4, 2021

My boys love Warner! They wake up every morning and can’t wait to go to school! They love their teachers and all the programs the school offers. They’re learning and thriving - it’s amazing to see their growth.

Dr. Gibbs is an inspiring principal, leader and a great role model. He brings an undeniable energy to the school.

We recommend Warner to any family looking for a school - if you look beyond the scores and data, you’ll find a wonderful school on the rise!

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Posted: May 7, 2020

I have worked with Warner Administration and Faculty since 2017, and have seen exponential growth in every area over the past three years.

Posted: May 7, 2020

I witnessed a student's verbal and written expression of a positive attitude about homework when he shared it with his classmates.

Posted: May 7, 2020

These traits of Warner make them effective educators:
1. Passionate, dedicated, experienced lifelong learners.
2. See the arts and arts integration as essential to a well-rounded education for all students.
3. Share a strong sense of community that uplifts school culture - enriched when a group of 6-7 teachers followed their former principal to this school.
4. Care deeply about their students in ways that students sense and respond to.

Posted: May 7, 2020

Administration and faculty alike model integrity, compassion and respect daily. Students are expected to do the same. They recognize and respond positively to this culture.

Posted: May 7, 2020

Dr. Gibbs has forged multiple strong community partnerships that add to students' experience of the Arts and Arts Integration - for example, by cultivating mutually beneficial projects with professional artists in the neighborhood.

Posted: May 7, 2020

1. Exceptional Ed teachers prepare their students to join regular classrooms for special activities.
2. The Be Well in School program at Warner students the chance to break away for a few minutes to a special classroom when they feel upset, discouraged, overwhelmed. "Me Space" offers a variety of activities that develop mindfulness, coping, and self-management skills.
3. Students choose one of 4 Arts tracks for once-a-week participation, allowing them choose an area of study that suits their learning needs, auditory, kinesthetic, visual, etc.

Posted: May 7, 2020

The overall school climate supports mutual respect. The Be Well in School program allows both bully and bullied a place to break away to.

Posted: May 7, 2020

Great cohesion to this team! Excellent leadership!

Posted: May 7, 2020

Leadership encourages good character in both teachers and students.

Posted: May 7, 2020

Leaders are intelligent, kind, respectful, generous, and effective!

Posted: May 7, 2020

Consideration is always made to assist these significant students!

Posted: May 7, 2020

Zero tolerance! Bullying is unacceptable at employee or student levels.

Posted: May 7, 2020

This leadership has turned a corner with this school which has traditionally struggled to improve their results. Great job to Dr. Gibbs and Mr. Wren for your outstanding leadership!

Posted: May 7, 2020

Excellent leadership with innovative teaching methods! Consideration with additional help is in place for struggling students.

Posted: May 2, 2020

As a parent or student at Warner, you will feel like a member of the family. There is a lot that is not accurately revealed by the testing data featured on this site-- Not only are tests inaccurate measures of learning, this information is out of date.

Our child (and I would suspect most at Warner) has achieved understanding at or above grade level in nearly all areas. Warner is hands-down the best school experience I can ever imagine a kid having. Our child also loves this school so much, they don't want to come home, even when aftercare is finished. We are supported by great teachers from the classroom, to the pathway (music, art, dance, physical education), to the office and counseling faculty. Everyone is wonderful and cares about educating the "whole child." I cannot recommend this school highly enough.

Posted: May 2, 2020

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Faculty care about students and families and work to support each student to grow and thrive.

Posted: May 2, 2020

The school itself has a wonderful energy, and the BeWell program, in combination with the office/Counseling support, and the Arts/Pathway classes, are amazing contributors to building the integrity and compassion of students.

Posted: May 2, 2020

Dr. Gibbs is an amazing principal who welcomes you as family.

Posted: April 30, 2020

Dr. Gibbs is an amazing principal and leading a transformation at Warner.

Posted: April 30, 2020

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Warner is a wonderful community school with caring and effective teachers and administrators who serve a diverse student body. If you're in the neighborhood, but sure to give it a tour!

Posted: April 30, 2020

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Teachers are committed to their students success!

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It's a wonder school! Dr Gibbs the principle is GREAT he really cares about the students. The teachers are great especially Ms Bain both my daughter's had her! Overall the school is wonderful defiantly recommend it! 10/10

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My daughter as thrived at Warner. She has experienced diversity and has received a great education so far.

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Posted: August 23, 2018

"Blended" classrooms include these children instead of pulling them out. This is better socially and academically for ALL the students.

Posted: August 23, 2018

Zero tolerance and always being very aware.

Posted: August 23, 2018

Amazing! Such a complete turn around with lots of community and parent involvement.

Posted: August 23, 2018

Teachers make homework assignments clear and easy for both students and parents to understand.

Posted: August 23, 2018

Very engaging, educated, caring, and passionate about their careers.

Posted: August 23, 2018

Very diverse and accepting of all cultures.

Posted: August 23, 2018

The principal is a great leader and very hands on.

Posted: August 23, 2018

Posted: August 23, 2018

Warner Elementary has exhibited significant improvement and progress. All of the educators I have encountered at this school, demonstrate and express a genuine interest in its students and the school's growth. My child is currently enrolled at Warner Elementary and the both of us truly enjoy and appreciate everything this school offers.

Posted: August 23, 2018

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Posted: August 7, 2018

5 years ago i would have said Perfect.. this is school is terrible.. the love is not there is just a show only foe for the "new" neighborhood.... smh

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Posted: May 23, 2017

Students behavior is awful and no aids to help

Posted: May 23, 2017

Teachers cannot control kids because of not having enough help or backing from principle

Posted: May 23, 2017

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The principle does not keep the teachers informed

Posted: May 23, 2017

They do not have enough staff and need a recourse office due to disruptive students

Posted: May 23, 2017

The principle is bias and has a hostile working environment

Posted: May 23, 2017

Very unhappy teachers break up fights more than teach

Reviews provided by GreatSchools

# Name Type City State Overall Rating Distance
1 Williamsburg Neighborhood/Subdivision Adams TN 31.8 mi
2 Savannah Lakes Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 35.1 mi
3 Wilson Green Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 35.3 mi
4 Stones Manor Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 37.2 mi
5 Farmington Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 37.7 mi
6 Hickory Wild Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 38.2 mi
7 The Parc at Clarksville Apartment Complex Clarksville TN 42 mi
8 Parc at Clarksville Apartment Complex Clarksville TN 42 mi
9 Glen Ellen Landing Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 42.9 mi
10 Tylertown Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 43.3 mi
11 Arbour Green South Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 43.5 mi
12 Autumnwood Farms Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 45 mi
13 Franklin Meadows Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 46.6 mi
14 Fields of Northmeade Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 46.8 mi
15 The Centre Condominium/Townhouse Clarksville TN 47.5 mi
16 Hidden Springs Subdivision Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 47.8 mi
17 Executive Ave Neighborhood/Subdivision Clarksville TN 47.8 mi
18 Stone Creek Subdivision Neighborhood/Subdivision Woodlawn TN 48.8 mi
# Name City State Overall Rating Distance
1 Downtown Nashville TN 1.3 mi
2 Sango Sango TN 34.5 mi
3 Rossview Clarksville TN 37.8 mi
4 Rossview Area and School District Clarksville TN 38.2 mi
5 Exit 4 Clarksville Clarksville TN 41.3 mi
6 Downtown Clarksville TN 41.4 mi
7 North Clarksville Clarksville TN 44.2 mi

There are no bases within 50 miles of Warner Elementary Enhanced Option School.

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