Serving 211 students in grades 5-8, Nashville Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 211 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashville Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Nashville Prep's student population of 211 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 82% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Nashville Prep 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 Nashville Prep is 0.58, 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
#1102 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
49%
15%
Black
43%
21%
White
5%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Nashville Prep's ranking?
Nashville Prep is ranked #1102 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Nashville Prep often compared to?
Nashville Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Meigs Middle School, Margaret Allen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Nashville Prep?
211 students attend Nashville Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Nashville Prep students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Nashville Prep offer ?
Nashville Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashville Prep part of?
Nashville Prep is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Nashville Prep located?
Nashville Prep is located in the Urbandale Nations neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in Urbandale Nations.
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