Summary:
The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission oversees 6 elementary charter schools, serving students from diverse backgrounds across the state. While these schools share the charter model, they exhibit stark differences in academic performance, with some standouts like KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary leading the pack, and others like Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus and Libertas lagging behind.
KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary stands out with the highest statewide ranking and test scores, with 42.5% of students proficient or better in Math and 43.5% in English Language Arts. Rocketship NSH3 Antioch also performs well, with 39.4% and 26% proficiency in Math and ELA, respectively. In contrast, several schools, including Nashville Collegiate Prep, struggle to meet the state's academic standards, with less than 30% of students proficient in most subjects.
Demographically, the schools serve predominantly minority student populations, with African American and Hispanic students making up the majority in most cases. This highlights the unique challenges these schools face in supporting the academic success of their diverse student bodies. While the data lacks information on free/reduced lunch rates, the schools' performance suggests the need for targeted interventions and resources to address the specific needs of their communities and help all students thrive.
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