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Stem Prep High School

High School · Davidson County

1252 Foster AVE, Nashville, TN 37210

Charter

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

27.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#934 of 1,786

In Nashville

#53 of 118

public schools

In district

#66 of 154

Davidson County

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Stem Prep High School

6.4/10

High School in Nashville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Nashville School of the Arts

6.1/10

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2.7/10

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About Stem Prep High School

Stem Prep High School is a public high school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Stem Prep High School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 27.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stem Prep High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #934 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Stem Prep High School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Stem Prep High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Stem Prep High School runs 27.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Stem Prep High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.2 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation39.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio27.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Stem Prep High School — Students at Stem Prep High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 7.1% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 15 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
ELA
47%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
19.9%
ELA
29.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Stem Prep High School Compares

See how Stem Prep High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in TN
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
28:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
39.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1252 Foster AVE, Nashville, TN 37210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stem Prep High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TEMPLETON ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lead Academy (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Nashville School Of The Arts (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Nashville School Of The Arts Nashville 0.1 mi 6.1
STEM Prep Academy Nashville 0.3 mi 2.7
Casa Azafran Early Learning Center Nashville 0.8 mi 3.2
Rocketship United Nashville 0.9 mi 5.5
John B. Whitsitt Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 9.1
ST. EDWARD SCHOOL Nashville 1.4 mi 7.3
Margaret Allen Middle Nashville 1.5 mi 5.0
Aventura Community School Nashville 1.7 mi 3.9
Napier Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 6.6
Fall-Hamilton Elementary Nashville 1.4 mi 5.8
Johnson Alternative Learning Center Nashville 1.7 mi 5.8
Lead Academy Nashville 1.8 mi 6.3
LEAD Cameron Nashville 1.8 mi 5.5
Wright Middle Nashville 2.1 mi 4.9
Glencliff High School Nashville 2.1 mi 2.8
Glenview Elementary Nashville 1.9 mi 5.8
Glencliff Elementary Nashville 2.2 mi 7.1
GENESIS ACADEMY Nashville 2.4 mi 6.6
TEMPLETON ACADEMY Nashville 2.3 mi 8.0
HERMITAGE HALL Nashville 2.2 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,343

Median Home Value

$334,800

Median Rent

$1,250/mo

Population

17,116

College Educated

31.8%

Homeownership

26.6%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

27.1%

Median Age

32.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis, TN 6.4
Gatlinburg Pittman High Gatlinburg, TN 6.5
Madison Academic Magnet High School Jackson, TN 6.5
Mt Pleasant High School Mt. Pleasant, TN 6.5
Bledsoe County High School Pikeville, TN 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stem Prep High School

What grades does Stem Prep High School serve?

Stem Prep High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Stem Prep High School?

Stem Prep High School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stem Prep High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stem Prep High School is 27.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stem Prep High School rank in TN?

Stem Prep High School ranks #934 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Stem Prep High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stem Prep High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Stem Prep High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stem Prep High School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Stem Prep High School a charter school?

Yes, Stem Prep High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Stem Prep High School a Title I school?

No, Stem Prep High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
27.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#66 of 154

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