Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Explore Community 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 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Explore Community School's student population of 591 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
School Rankings
Explore Community 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 Explore Community School is 0.58, 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
#1191 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
57%
20%
White
30%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Explore Community School's ranking?
Explore Community School is ranked #1191 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Explore Community School often compared to?
Explore Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockeland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Explore Community School?
591 students attend Explore Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Explore Community School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Explore Community School offer ?
Explore Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Explore Community School part of?
Explore Community School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Explore Community School located?
Explore Community School is located in the Cayce Homes neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Cayce Homes.
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