STEM PREP HIGH SCHOOL

STEM Prep High School is a Title I public charter secondary school that is part of the Davidson County school district, located in Nashville, TN with about 377 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 11th 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 21 teachers, STEM Prep High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

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.

For more information, contact STEM Prep High School at (615) 921-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.