Serving 391 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Academy Nashville 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 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 391 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Academy Nashville's student population of 391 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Academy Nashville ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Academy Nashville is 0.52, 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
#1156 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
39%
15%
Black
58%
21%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kipp Academy Nashville's ranking?
Kipp Academy Nashville is ranked #1156 out of 1,728 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Kipp Academy Nashville?
391 students attend Kipp Academy Nashville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kipp Academy Nashville students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Kipp Academy Nashville offer ?
Kipp Academy Nashville offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Academy Nashville part of?
Kipp Academy Nashville is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Academy Nashville located?
Kipp Academy Nashville is located in the Talbots Corner neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 9 other public schools located in Talbots Corner.
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