PURPOSE PREP

Purpose Prep is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 341 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, Purpose Prep has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Purpose Preparatory Academy, located at 220 Venture Circle in Nashville, Tennessee, is a high-performing public charter school serving students in grades K–4. Founded on the belief that every child deserves access to a rigorous, college-preparatory education regardless of their zip code, the school emphasizes a culture of high expectations and academic excellence. By integrating a structured, joy-filled learning environment with a focus on literacy, math, and character development, Purpose Prep aims to ensure that its students not only succeed in elementary school but are also equipped with the foundational skills necessary for long-term success in college and beyond.

The school is well-regarded for its mission-driven approach, which prioritizes small class sizes, individualized instruction, and a strong partnership between families and educators. Beyond core academics, Purpose Prep places a heavy emphasis on community and core values, fostering a school climate where students are encouraged to demonstrate leadership, perseverance, and integrity. Through its dedicated staff and data-driven teaching methods, the academy has consistently worked to close the achievement gap, positioning itself as a vital educational resource for the Nashville community.

For more information, contact Purpose Prep at (615) 724-0705 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

220 Venture CIR
Nashville, TN 37228
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PURPOSE PREP is a public Title I Charter school in Nashville, TN with about 341 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
District:
Davidson County
Total Students:
341
Teachers:
13
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 341 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PURPOSE PREP is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 94% of the student body.

Black or African American
93.5%
Hispanic/Latino
3.5%
White
2.1%
Two or more races
0.6%
Asian
0.3%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.