Public Charter School
Purpose Prep
Public Charter School · Grades K–5 · Germantown / North, Nashville, TN · TN grade B
About Purpose Prep
Purpose Prep is a public charter school in Germantown / North, serving grades K–5 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. 54% 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 4 (above average).
It enrolled 431 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. MNPS describes its pathway as: Students apply to middle school of choice.
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is available, WeGo route Rte 23 serves the area, and uniforms are required.
Purpose Prep is one of 6 schools this guide lists in Germantown / North and one of 10 public charter elementary schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
GradesK–5
NeighborhoodGermantown / North
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)54% (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 64% · Math 48%
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 4 · Above averageSource: Tennessee Dept. of Education, TVAAS growth, from the 2024-25 A–F Letter Grade File (released Dec 18, 2025)
verify ↗ Enrollment431 (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
Address220 Venture CIR, Nashville, TN 37228
Feeder pathwayStudents apply to middle school of choice
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Purpose Prep?
Yes. Purpose 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 Purpose Prep cost?
Nothing. Purpose Prep is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Purpose Prep?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Purpose Prep a letter grade of B for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 4 (above average).
How do students at Purpose Prep do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 64% in reading and 48% in math.
Is there a school bus to Purpose Prep?
Yes. MNPS busing is available for Purpose 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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