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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Data Insights | Innovative Models

2022-23 Tennessee Public Charter School Demographics

April 3, 2023

In 2023, there were 114 charter schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 44,000 students — 5 percent of the state’s total student population. The resources below provide key data regarding the enrollment, demographics, and performance of public charter schools in Tennessee.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Innovative Models

Public Charter Schools Across Tennessee

April 3, 2023

In 2023, there were 114 charter schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 44,000 students — 5 percent of the state’s total student population. The resources below provide key data regarding the enrollment, demographics, and performance of public charter schools in Tennessee.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Innovative Models | K-12 Success

Nashville Charter Schools Provide Families With An Alternative To Priority Schools In Their Area

April 3, 2023

Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Innovative Models

Who Can Enroll In A Tennessee Public Charter School?

April 3, 2023

Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Innovative Models

High Expectations And High Accountability: Tennessee’s Charter School Sector

April 3, 2023

Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Innovative Models

Tennessee Public Charter School Commission

April 3, 2023

Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Education Finance | Innovative Models

History Of Tennessee Public Charter Sector

April 3, 2023

Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.

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High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Data Insights | Innovative Models

Tennessee Charter School Quick Facts

April 3, 2023

In 2023, there were 114 charter schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 44,000 students — 5 percent of the state’s total student population. The resources below provide key data regarding the enrollment, demographics, and performance of public charter schools in Tennessee.

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Teachers & Leaders | High-Quality Public Charter Schools | Data Insights | Education Finance | Postsecondary Success | Innovative Models | Education-to-Career Pathways | K-12 Success

2023 State of Education in Tennessee

December 6, 2022

When it comes to taking big steps to improve outcomes for students, Tennessee leads. For more than a decade, the state has taken bold actions and demonstrated great success in improving education. This has led to students having more opportunities for their future, businesses having a more skilled workforce, and, ultimately, more Tennesseans experiencing economic independence statewide.

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Teachers & Leaders | Innovative Models

Innovative School Models Planning Guide

August 16, 2022

This planning guide is aligned to the Tennessee Department of Education’s Innovative School Models (ISM) guidance document and addresses each of the application components. It also contains links to national examples and resources to further support your thinking around how you will innovate in your middle and high schools. By reflecting on the questions and considerations in this document, your team should be better prepared to submit a strong application.

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Teachers & Leaders | Innovative Models | Education-to-Career Pathways | K-12 Success

Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, Case Study

August 16, 2022

The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) started an Early Technical College (ETC) at the Clarksville campus of TCAT-Dickson four years ago. At the time, the TCAT campus was primarily serving adult learners and its facilities were underutilized during a large portion of the day. The ETC provides students with personalized, hands-on learning opportunities that can lead to the attainment of both college credit and a high school diploma, technical and professional skill development, and industry certifications.

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Teachers & Leaders | Innovative Models | Education-to-Career Pathways | K-12 Success

Hamilton County Schools, Case Study

August 16, 2022

In partnership with Chattanooga State Community College, Hamilton County Schools (HCS) began developing a microcollege last school year as part of their effort to ensure equitable learning opportunities for all students. Previously, the district’s equity audits revealed that students’ access to early postsecondary opportunities (EPSOs) varied greatly across high schools.

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