KIPP ACADEMY NASHVILLE

KIPP Academy Nashville is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 363 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 18 teachers, KIPP Academy Nashville has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

KIPP Academy Nashville is a public charter middle school located in the Bordeaux neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee. As part of the national Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) network, the school operates on the philosophy that every student, regardless of their background, has the potential to succeed in college and beyond. The academy emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum, extended school hours, and a culture of high expectations, aiming to bridge the opportunity gap for students in the local community.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, KIPP Academy Nashville focuses heavily on character development and student support. The school utilizes a structured environment that prioritizes core values such as grit, curiosity, and teamwork to help students develop the personal habits necessary for success. By combining intensive college-preparatory academics with extracurricular activities and strong partnerships between families and educators, the school strives to prepare its students to become leaders who can effect positive change in their communities.

For more information, contact KIPP Academy Nashville at (615) 226-4484 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.