Public Charter School
Nashville Prep
Public Charter School · Grades 5–8 · The Nations / Sylvan Park, Nashville, TN · TN grade F
About Nashville Prep
Nashville Prep is a public charter school in The Nations / Sylvan Park, 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 F for 2024-25. 14% of students met or exceeded state expectations on TCAP across all tested subjects, below the 31% average across the 144 public schools in this guide with reported scores. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 1 (well below average).
It enrolled 187 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to Republic High School.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 23 serves the area, and uniforms are required.
Nashville Prep is one of 14 schools this guide lists in The Nations / Sylvan Park and one of 12 public charter middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
Grades5–8
NeighborhoodThe Nations / Sylvan Park
CountyDavidson
CostFree public school
Academic Performance
Letter grade issued by the Tennessee Dept. of Education (2024-25)FSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Overall proficiency, all tested subjects (2024-25)14% (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 6–8: Reading 10% · Math 13%
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)26% (missed 10% or more of school days)Source: Tennessee Dept. of Education, Chronic Absenteeism file, 2024-25
verify ↗ Academic growth (TVAAS)Level 1 · Well below averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment187 (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
Address1300 56th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37209
Feeder pathway→ Republic High School
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Nashville Prep?
Yes. Nashville Prep 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 Nashville Prep cost?
Nothing. Nashville Prep is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Nashville Prep?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Nashville Prep a letter grade of F for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 1 (well below average).
How do students at Nashville Prep do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 6–8: 10% in reading and 13% in math.
Is there a school bus to Nashville Prep?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Nashville Prep. 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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