Public Charter School
KIPP Nashville College Prep MS
Public Charter School · Grades 5–8 · Bordeaux, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About KIPP Nashville College Prep MS
KIPP Nashville College Prep MS is a public charter school in Bordeaux, 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. 34% 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 363 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 Nashville College Prep MS is one of 10 schools this guide lists in Bordeaux and one of 12 public charter middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
Grades5–8
NeighborhoodBordeaux
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)34% (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 29% · Math 27%
Grades 6–8: Reading 25% · Math 37%
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)19% (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 ↗ Enrollment363 (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
Address3410 Knight Dr, Nashville, TN 37207
Feeder pathwayKIPP ES → here → KIPP Collegiate HS
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to KIPP Nashville College Prep MS?
Yes. KIPP Nashville College Prep MS 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 MS cost?
Nothing. KIPP Nashville College Prep MS is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give KIPP Nashville College Prep MS?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave KIPP Nashville College Prep MS a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at KIPP Nashville College Prep MS do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 29% in reading and 27% in math; grades 6–8: 25% in reading and 37% in math.
Is there a school bus to KIPP Nashville College Prep MS?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for KIPP Nashville College Prep MS. 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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