Tennessee Public Charter School Commission

The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission oversees 13 public charter schools in Tennessee, including 7 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 117 out of 139 districts in Tennessee and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

A few schools stand out in the data. KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary has consistently ranked in the top 50% of Tennessee elementary schools, with strong test scores, particularly in English Language Arts. KIPP Antioch College Prep Middle has seen steady improvement, moving from the bottom half to the top 20% of Tennessee middle schools, with very high proficiency rates. The standout of the group is KIPP Antioch Global High School, ranking in the top 10% of Tennessee high schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

However, the majority of schools in the district are struggling, with most performing well below state averages on assessments. Schools like Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus have proficiency rates well below the district and state averages. The district also faces high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, which likely impacts student learning and achievement. Addressing attendance issues and identifying the factors that contribute to the success of the top-performing schools could help improve outcomes for the entire district.