Serving 723 students in grades 6-12, Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship 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 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship's student population of 723 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship 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 Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship is 0.28, 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
#1525 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
84%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship's ranking?
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship is ranked #1525 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship?
The graduation rate of Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship is 70-74%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship?
723 students attend Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship?
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship offer ?
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship part of?
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship located?
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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