Serving 502 students in grades 9-12, Stem Prep High School 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 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 77% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stem Prep High School's student population of 502 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Stem Prep High School 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 Stem Prep High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1399 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
21%
21%
White
23%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
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 Stem Prep High School's ranking?
Stem Prep High School is ranked #1399 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Stem Prep High School often compared to?
Stem Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro High School, Valor Flagship Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stem Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Stem Prep High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stem Prep High School?
502 students attend Stem Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Stem Prep High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stem Prep High School?
Stem Prep High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stem Prep High School offer ?
Stem Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stem Prep High School part of?
Stem Prep High School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Stem Prep High School located?
Stem Prep High School is located in the South Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in South Nashville.
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