Serving 622 students in grades 9-12, Republic High 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 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Republic High School's student population of 622 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 59% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Republic High 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 Republic High School is 0.57, 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
#1389 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
47%
14%
Black
46%
21%
White
5%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Republic High School's ranking?
Republic High School is ranked #1389 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Republic High School?
The graduation rate of Republic High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Republic High School?
622 students attend Republic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Republic High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Republic High School offer ?
Republic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Republic High School part of?
Republic High School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Republic High School located?
Republic High School is located in the Parkwood Estates neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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