Public Charter School
KIPP Academy Nashville
Public Charter School · Grades 5–8 · Cleveland Park / Haynes, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About KIPP Academy Nashville
KIPP Academy Nashville is a public charter school in Cleveland Park / Haynes, serving grades 5–8 in Davidson County.
It is a tuition-free public charter school with no attendance zone: any Davidson County family may apply, and seats are filled by lottery when applications exceed capacity.
Tennessee gave it a letter grade of B for 2024-25. 36% of students met or exceeded state expectations on TCAP across all tested subjects, above the 31% average across the 144 public schools in this guide with reported scores. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
It enrolled 388 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to KIPP ES and then KIPP Collegiate HS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 14 serves the area, and uniforms are required.
KIPP Academy Nashville is one of 6 schools this guide lists in Cleveland Park / Haynes and one of 12 public charter middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
Grades5–8
NeighborhoodCleveland Park / Haynes
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)BSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)36% (reading, math, science and social studies combined)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Reading and math, met or exceeded (2024-25)Grades 3–5: Reading 36% · Math 41%
Grades 6–8: Reading 28% · Math 36%
The state reports scores in grade bands, counting only the tested grades this school serves.
Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Chronically absent students (2024-25)8% (missed 10% or more of school days)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, Chronic Absenteeism file, 2024-25
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 5 · Well above averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment388 (2023-24)Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES CCD, 2023-24
verify ↗ Data last checked: September 4, 2026
Tuition & Vouchers
TuitionFree — public
Transportation & Admissions
MNPS busingYes
WeGo routesRte 14
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsYes
Contact & Details
Address123 Douglas AVE, Nashville, TN 37207
Feeder pathwayKIPP ES → here → KIPP Collegiate HS
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to KIPP Academy Nashville?
Yes. KIPP Academy Nashville is a tuition-free public charter school with no attendance zone. Any Davidson County family may apply, and seats are filled by lottery when applications exceed capacity.
How much does KIPP Academy Nashville cost?
Nothing. KIPP Academy Nashville is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give KIPP Academy Nashville?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave KIPP Academy Nashville a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at KIPP Academy Nashville do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 36% in reading and 41% in math; grades 6–8: 28% in reading and 36% in math.
Is there a school bus to KIPP Academy Nashville?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for KIPP Academy Nashville. WeGo transit serves the area (Rte 14).
Always confirm zoning and open seats. Attendance zones, magnet/charter lotteries, and enrollment deadlines change. Verify current details directly with the school or MNPS.
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