Public Charter School
KIPP Nashville College Prep ES
Public Charter School · Grades K–4 · Bordeaux, Nashville, TN · TN grade A
About KIPP Nashville College Prep ES
KIPP Nashville College Prep ES is a public charter school in Bordeaux, serving grades K–4 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 A for 2024-25. 44% 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 407 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to KIPP College Prep MS and then KIPP Collegiate HS.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 23 serves the area, and uniforms are required.
KIPP Nashville College Prep ES is one of 10 schools this guide lists in Bordeaux and one of 10 public charter elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
GradesK–4
NeighborhoodBordeaux
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)ASource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)44% (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 43% · Math 44%
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)15% (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 ↗ Enrollment407 (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 23
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsYes
Contact & Details
Address3410 Knight Dr, Nashville, TN 37207
Feeder pathway→ KIPP College Prep MS → KIPP Collegiate HS
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to KIPP Nashville College Prep ES?
Yes. KIPP Nashville College Prep ES 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 Nashville College Prep ES cost?
Nothing. KIPP Nashville College Prep ES is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give KIPP Nashville College Prep ES?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave KIPP Nashville College Prep ES a letter grade of A for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at KIPP Nashville College Prep ES do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 43% in reading and 44% in math.
Is there a school bus to KIPP Nashville College Prep ES?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for KIPP Nashville College Prep ES. WeGo transit serves the area (Rte 23).
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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