Together, A Future Without Limits
Every student walks through the doors of school bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. So at KIPP Public Schools, we support every student to see those gifts, then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
KIPP Nashville educates students from kindergarten through twelfth grade and is part of a national network of free, high-performing public charter schools around the country.
Mission
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.
Vision
Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.
Why?
Fewer than 1 in 9 Americans from educationally underserved communities graduate from college. We exist to permanently change these statistics and create transformational change in public education. Since 2005, KIPP Nashville has been built around the core belief that our students’ zip code or demographics should not dictate their ability to achieve and thrive.
Our Schools
At KIPP Nashville we align ourselves with the approach that turned the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) network into what it is today: an environment that honors the talent, perspective, drive, and inspiration of each child, and that supports them to build the skills and confidence they need to pursue their highest aspiration and lead a fulfilling life.
Our Students
3,130 Students
61% Black
24% Latinx
15% Other
Of Students Receive Special Education Services
Of Students are English Language Learners
Our Impact
Matriculate to College
KIPP Nashville high school alumni matriculate to college at a rate 36% higher than the national average of students from systemically under-resourced communities, and 19% higher than students in Davidson County public schools.
Graduate College
Our high school alumni are on track to graduate college at nearly 2X the rate of their Davidson County peers, and 3X higher than the national average of students from systemically under-resourced communities.
Foundation for Success
KIPP Nashville students receive unique, one-on- one (1:1) college and career support beginning in high school and as alumni that is tailored to their career aspirations.KIPP Forward
Every child deserves an excellent education and the opportunity to be prepared for college, career and beyond, so they can choose the best path toward an economically self-sufficient, choice-filled life and a rewarding career.
Our unique KIPP Forward program supports KIPP high school students and alumni in developing the tools and knowledge needed to pursue the career of their highest aspiration and follow their dreams. Every KIPP high school student and alumni is provided with one-on-one support throughout their high school career and in their journey post graduation. At KIPP, you are never alone.
Enroll at KIPP Nashville
The journey to college, career and a choice-filled life starts here.
Students are offered a seat at KIPP Nashville Public Schools through a simple application followed by a random lottery selection process. Anyone who lives in Davidson County can apply. There are no academic admissions requirements and it is free to attend.
Work with Us
Come for the job, stay for your career. We are committed to building teams that provide mirrors and windows for our students and providing unparalleled professional development opportunities tailored to your specific career aspirations. If you want to be at a place where your voice matters, grow and develop in your craft and take part in this trajectory-changing work, then KIPP is the place for you.
Support for a Future Without Limits
Help us invest in the leaders of tomorrow. Whether it’s a donation, a visit, or an internship opportunity for one of our students or alumni, we wholeheartedly welcome your support.