Serving 499 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Rocketship United 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocketship United ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rocketship United's student population of 499 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Rocketship United 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 Rocketship United is 0.57, 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
#1148 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
49%
15%
Black
44%
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
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 Rocketship United's ranking?
Rocketship United is ranked #1148 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rocketship United often compared to?
Rocketship Unitedis often viewed alongside schools like Old Center Elementary School, Bellshire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rocketship United?
499 students attend Rocketship United.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rocketship United students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocketship United?
Rocketship United has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocketship United offer ?
Rocketship United offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocketship United part of?
Rocketship United is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rocketship United located?
Rocketship United is located in the South Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in South Nashville.
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