Serving 656 students in grades 9-12, Republic 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Republic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Republic High School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Republic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Republic High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
45%
13%
Black
47%
21%
White
7%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Republic High School's ranking?
Republic High School is ranked #1280 out of 1,721 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Republic High School?
The graduation rate of Republic High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Republic High School?
656 students attend Republic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Republic High School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Republic High School?
Republic High School has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Republic High School offer ?
Republic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Republic High School part of?
Republic High School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Republic High School located?
Republic High School is located in the Parkwood Estates neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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