FREEDOM PREPARATORY ACADEMY

Freedom Preparatory Academy is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 796 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 50 teachers, Freedom Preparatory Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Freedom Preparatory Academy (Freedom Prep) is a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter schools serving students in the Memphis, Tennessee, area. With a mission rooted in the belief that all students—regardless of their zip code—deserve access to a high-quality college preparatory education, the school emphasizes academic rigor and character development. The academy aims to guide students from kindergarten through high school graduation, focusing on preparing them not only for college success but also for long-term professional and personal achievement.

The school’s instructional approach is characterized by a structured environment, data-driven instruction, and a strong culture of high expectations. By integrating a challenging curriculum with personalized support, Freedom Prep strives to close the achievement gap for students in the communities it serves. Beyond academics, the school places a significant emphasis on cultivating "the Freedom Prep way," which includes fostering values such as persistence, integrity, and community responsibility to ensure that students are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of higher education and beyond.

For more information, contact Freedom Preparatory Academy at (901) 259-5959 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.