Tennessee Charter School Center

08/21/2026

More than half of Memphis’ Top 15 public high schools are public charter schools, according to U.S. News and World Report. The 2026–27 rankings include:

#4 Memphis Rise Academy Charter School
#5 Crosstown High School
#6 Power Center Academy High School
#8 Memphis School of Excellence
#9 Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools
#10 Soulsville Charter School
#11 Memphis Business Academy High School
#13 Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering Middle/High School
#14 KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School

Nine schools in the Top 15! An incredible showing for Memphis’ charter sector and, most importantly, the students, families and educators driving these results. These nine communities are showing what’s possible when students have access to schools committed to helping them succeed.

Congratulations to these schools and the communities behind their success!!

08/21/2026

Nashville has FIVE public charter schools ranked among the city’s Top 11 public high schools, according to the U.S. News and World Report. The 2026–27 rankings include:

#3 Valor Flagship Academy
#5 KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School
#7 RePublic High School
#8 LEAD Southeast
#11 LEAD Academy

Four charter schools. Four spots among Nashville’s top public high schools. A powerful reminder of the academic excellence and opportunities charter schools are creating for Nashville students.

Congratulations to the students, educators and families at all four schools on this incredible recognition and for continuing to raise the bar for public education in Nashville!

08/20/2026

Registration has been extended through Friday, Sept. 4! Last year’s TDOE regional meetings were packed with important information for charter school leaders across the state. This year, that content is coming together in one statewide Tennessee Charter School Convening, with even more Tennessee Department of Education departments and state agencies at the table.

The Sept. 22–23 convening will cover critical topics including funding, TCAP, licensure, student supports, facilities and audit requirements, with sessions shaped by questions and needs identified by school leaders.

This isn’t just another conference. Make sure someone from your school is in the room.

Plus, attendees can earn up to 8 TASL credits!

📅 Sept. 22–23, 2026
📍 Sheraton Music City Hotel | Nashville

Register by Sept. 4: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-schools-tennessee-charter-school-convening-registration-registration-1986767559252?aff=oddtdtcreator&mc_cid=daf3fa88b2&mc_eid=UNIQID

08/20/2026

Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy ranks No. 2 among Chattanooga’s top public high schools, according to U.S. News and World Report.

This ranking puts Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy among the city’s strongest public high schools and celebrates the results of a school community committed to helping young women succeed in the classroom and beyond.

Congratulations to Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy!

08/20/2026

🏆 Valor Flagship Academy is the No. 8 public high school in Tennessee, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2026–27 Public High School Rankings!

That is an incredible achievement and a testament to what Valor students, educators and families are accomplishing every day. With some of the strongest academic outcomes in the state, Valor is proving what’s possible when students are challenged, supported and prepared to succeed beyond high school.

Congratulations to the entire Valor Flagship Academy community on this remarkable achievement!

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Memphis School of Excellence has achieved high national and metro-area rankings in the 2026–2027 U.S. News Best High Schools rankings! MSE proudly boasts a national ranking in the top 40% of public high schools, officially earning the title of a 2026–2027 U.S. News and World Report Best High School! 🥳

This amazing accomplishment is a testament to the hard work of our students and the unwavering dedication, commitment, and high expectations of our entire staff. Every classroom interaction and every effort made to support our students plays a crucial role in achievements like this.

Thank you for making excellence not just our name, but what we embody every day.

08/20/2026

We are seeking a dynamic, committed, creative, and hard-working Music Teacher to join our educational team. This role involves teaching general music classes, directing ensembles, and fostering a positive and inclusive musical environment.

08/17/2026

📣 East End Prep is hiring a Kindergarten - 4th Grade Dean of Culture! 💙💛
We’re looking for a mission-driven leader to help shape a school culture that is positive, structured, consistent, caring, and disciplined — one where every student can thrive. Alongside our Leadership team, this individual will help ensure students achieve dramatic academic gains, build strong character and leadership skills, and internalize our school’s core values.
If you’re passionate about developing the next generation of leaders and want to make a lasting impact in the lives of K-4 scholars, we want to hear from you! 🦅
Apply today at eastendprep.org