STEM Prep High School

School Overview
STEM Prep High School, located on Foster Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee, is a public charter school that operates under the mission of preparing students for success in college and careers within science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. As part of the STEM Preparatory Academy network, the high school emphasizes a rigorous academic environment that blends traditional core curriculum with project-based learning and technological integration. Its primary goal is to ensure that all students, regardless of background, graduate with the skills necessary to excel in a rapidly evolving, innovation-driven global economy.

The school is particularly noted for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive education, aiming to close the achievement gap by providing high-quality STEM opportunities to an underserved student population in the Nashville area. Beyond academics, the school fosters a supportive community culture that prioritizes character development and student agency. By leveraging partnerships and a specialized instructional model, STEM Prep High School strives to cultivate critical thinkers and problem-solvers who are well-equipped to pursue advanced degrees and professional paths in high-demand STEM sectors.
535
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
20.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for STEM Prep High School
Demographic Student Count
White115
Hispanic297
Black114
Asian7
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    297 (55.5 %)
  • White
    115 (21.5 %)
  • Black
    114 (21.3 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Davidson County
Phone: (615)425-0050
Website: http://www.stemprepacademy.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 535
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 20.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 145
Grade 10 143
Grade 11 124
Grade 12 123

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for STEM Prep High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9145
Grade 10143
Grade 11124
Grade 12123
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for STEM Prep High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24545.8%
Male29054.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)