Serving 454 students in grades 5-8, Stem Prep Academy 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stem Prep Academy's student population of 454 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2024. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stem Prep Academy 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 Stem Prep Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1296 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem Prep Academy's ranking?
Stem Prep Academy is ranked #1296 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Stem Prep Academy?
454 students attend Stem Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Stem Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Stem Prep Academy offer ?
Stem Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stem Prep Academy part of?
Stem Prep Academy is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Stem Prep Academy located?
Stem Prep Academy is located in the South Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in South Nashville.
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