Public Charter School
Valor Voyager Academy
Public Charter School · Grades 5–8 · SE Nashville, Nashville, TN · TN grade A
About Valor Voyager Academy
Valor Voyager Academy is a public charter school in SE Nashville, serving grades 5–8 in Davidson County. Its focus is compass wellbeing model.
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. 61% 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 507 students in 2023-24 and is a Title I school. Students here typically continue on to Valor College Prep HS (9–12).
For families weighing logistics: MNPS busing is not provided, and uniforms are required.
Valor Voyager Academy is one of 3 schools this guide lists in SE Nashville and one of 12 public charter middle schools in Davidson County.
Overview
School typePublic Charter School
Grades5–8
NeighborhoodSE Nashville
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)61% (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 66% · Math 70%
Grades 6–8: Reading 47% · Math 62%
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)10% (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 ↗ Enrollment507 (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 busingNo
Walk-in enrollmentNo
Application requiredYes
UniformsYes
Contact & Details
Address4531 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
Focus / ProgramCompass wellbeing model
Feeder pathway→ Valor College Prep HS (9–12)
Questions families ask
Do I need to apply to Valor Voyager Academy?
Yes. Valor Voyager Academy 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 Valor Voyager Academy cost?
Nothing. Valor Voyager Academy is a free public school.
What grade did Tennessee give Valor Voyager Academy?
The Tennessee Department of Education gave Valor Voyager Academy a letter grade of A for 2024-25. Its TVAAS academic-growth rating is Level 5 (well above average).
How do students at Valor Voyager Academy do in reading and math?
Share of students who met or exceeded state expectations in 2024-25 (Tennessee Department of Education): grades 3–5: 66% in reading and 70% in math; grades 6–8: 47% in reading and 62% in math.
Is there a school bus to Valor Voyager Academy?
MNPS busing is not listed for Valor Voyager Academy. Ask the school about transportation.
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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