Public Charter School
Lead Prep Southeast
Public Charter School · Grades 5–12 · South Nashville, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About Lead Prep Southeast
Lead Prep Southeast is a public charter school in South Nashville, serving grades 5–12 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 833 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, and uniforms are required.
Lead Prep Southeast is one of 12 schools this guide lists in South Nashville.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
Grades5–12
NeighborhoodSouth Nashville
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 26% · Math 40%
Grades 6–8: Reading 30% · Math 41%
Grades 9–12: Reading 30% · Math 27%
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)14% (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 ↗ Enrollment833 (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
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsYes
Contact & Details
Address531 Metroplex Dr, Nashville, TN 37211
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Lead Prep Southeast?
Yes. Lead Prep Southeast 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 Lead Prep Southeast cost?
Nothing. Lead Prep Southeast is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Lead Prep Southeast?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Lead Prep Southeast a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at Lead Prep Southeast do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 26% in reading and 40% in math; grades 6–8: 30% in reading and 41% in math; grades 9–12: 30% in reading and 27% in math.
Is there a school bus to Lead Prep Southeast?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Lead Prep Southeast.
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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