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Very Good

#582 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 33% in state

Strive Collegiate Academy

Middle School · Davidson County

3055 Lebanon PIKE, Nashville, TN 37214

Charter

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#582 of 1,786

In Nashville

#32 of 118

public schools

In district

#38 of 154

Davidson County

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Strive Collegiate Academy

7.3/10

Middle School in Nashville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Strive Collegiate Academy

Strive Collegiate Academy is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Strive Collegiate Academy serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Strive Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #582 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Strive Collegiate Academy show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Strive Collegiate Academy 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.

37% of students at Strive Collegiate Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism36.7%

Strive Collegiate Academy — Students at Strive Collegiate Academy score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.1% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 23.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 18 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
10.5%
ELA
26.5%
2025
Math
42.9%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Strive Collegiate Academy Compares

See how Strive Collegiate Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
68th percentile in TN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

Location

3055 Lebanon PIKE, Nashville, TN 37214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Strive Collegiate Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Donelson Middle (rated 4.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is DuPont Tyler Middle (rated 4.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Hermitage), a more accessible option. Additionally, Two Rivers Middle (rated 4.4/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DONELSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville 0.5 mi 6.9
Tenn School For Blind Nashville 0.9 mi 4.8
Tennessee School for the Deaf Nashville Nashville 0.9 mi
Donelson Middle Nashville 1.1 mi 4.5
Hickman Elementary Nashville 1.2 mi 6.4
Hermitage Elementary Hermitage 1.4 mi 4.8
HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY Nashville 1.9 mi 6.8
Two Rivers Middle Nashville 2.1 mi 4.4
McGavock High Nashville 2.0 mi 2.9
DuPont Tyler Middle Hermitage 2.3 mi 4.5
Tulip Grove Elementary Hermitage 2.3 mi 5.5
Stanford Elementary Nashville 2.2 mi 8.7
McGavock Elementary Nashville 2.4 mi 5.2
Dodson Elementary Hermitage 2.4 mi 6.9
Pennington Elementary Nashville 2.7 mi 6.9
THE ACADEMY FOR G.O.D. Old Hickory 3.4 mi 5.8
The Academy at Opry Mills Nashville 3.2 mi 7.9
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 3.9 mi 8.3
Neely's Bend Elementary Nashville 4.6 mi 6.4
Ruby Major Elementary Hermitage 3.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,969

Median Home Value

$315,000

Median Rent

$1,567/mo

Population

30,547

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Strive Collegiate Academy

What grades does Strive Collegiate Academy serve?

Strive Collegiate Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Strive Collegiate Academy?

Strive Collegiate Academy has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Strive Collegiate Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Strive Collegiate Academy is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Strive Collegiate Academy rank in TN?

Strive Collegiate Academy ranks #582 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Strive Collegiate Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Strive Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Strive Collegiate Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Strive Collegiate Academy has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Strive Collegiate Academy a charter school?

Yes, Strive Collegiate Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Strive Collegiate Academy a Title I school?

No, Strive Collegiate Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.7%

District

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

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