Serving 587 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 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Republic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Republic High School's student population of 587 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
School Rankings
Republic High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Republic High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1347 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Hispanic
45%
16%
Black
49%
20%
White
4%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55%
23.6%
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 #1347 out of 1,728 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
587 students attend Republic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Republic High School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Republic High School offer ?
Republic High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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