Serving 867 students in grades 5-12, Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School's student population of 867 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 121% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1388 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
71%
14%
Black
19%
21%
White
9%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School is ranked #1388 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School?
The graduation rate of Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School?
867 students attend Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School?
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School part of?
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School is part of Davidson County School District.
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