Serving 828 students in grades 6-12, Freedom Preparatory 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Freedom Preparatory Flagship's student population of 828 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Freedom Preparatory Flagship 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 Freedom Preparatory Flagship is 0.23, 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
#1546 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
87%
21%
White
n/a
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom Preparatory Flagship's ranking?
Freedom Preparatory Flagship is ranked #1546 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom Preparatory Flagship?
The graduation rate of Freedom Preparatory Flagship is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Freedom Preparatory Flagship?
828 students attend Freedom Preparatory Flagship.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Freedom Preparatory Flagship students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom Preparatory Flagship?
Freedom Preparatory Flagship has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Freedom Preparatory Flagship offer ?
Freedom Preparatory Flagship offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Freedom Preparatory Flagship part of?
Freedom Preparatory Flagship is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom Preparatory Flagship located?
Freedom Preparatory Flagship is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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