Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship
Charter School
692 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Freedom Preparatory Academy (Freedom Prep) is a network of tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter schools serving students in the Memphis, Tennessee, area. With a mission rooted in the belief that all students—regardless of their zip code—deserve access to a high-quality college preparatory education, the school emphasizes academic rigor and character development. The academy aims to guide students from kindergarten through high school graduation, focusing on preparing them not only for college success but also for long-term professional and personal achievement.
The school’s instructional approach is characterized by a structured environment, data-driven instruction, and a strong culture of high expectations. By integrating a challenging curriculum with personalized support, Freedom Prep strives to close the achievement gap for students in the communities it serves. Beyond academics, the school places a significant emphasis on cultivating "the Freedom Prep way," which includes fostering values such as persistence, integrity, and community responsibility to ensure that students are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of higher education and beyond.
The school’s instructional approach is characterized by a structured environment, data-driven instruction, and a strong culture of high expectations. By integrating a challenging curriculum with personalized support, Freedom Prep strives to close the achievement gap for students in the communities it serves. Beyond academics, the school places a significant emphasis on cultivating "the Freedom Prep way," which includes fostering values such as persistence, integrity, and community responsibility to ensure that students are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of higher education and beyond.
692
Total Students
45.0
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic | 109 |
| Black | 565 |
| Two or More | 15 |
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Black565 (81.6%)
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Hispanic109 (15.8%)
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Two or More15 (2.2%)
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White3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Memphis-Shelby County Schools |
| Phone: | (901)538-9500 |
| Website: | http://freedomprep.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 692 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
82
Grade 7
88
Grade 8
78
Grade 9
155
Grade 10
111
Grade 11
106
Grade 12
72
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 82 |
| Grade 7 | 88 |
| Grade 8 | 78 |
| Grade 9 | 155 |
| Grade 10 | 111 |
| Grade 11 | 106 |
| Grade 12 | 72 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 363 | 52.5% |
| Male | 329 | 47.5% |
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