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Lead Academy

Davidson County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

2.3 / 5.0

D2.3 / 5.0
Below Average

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Lead Academy earned an overall grade of D with a score of 2.3 out of 5.0, placing it among the lower half of high schools in Davidson County. The school ranks #115 out of 159 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

This below average rating suggests that Lead Academy has meaningful opportunities to improve student outcomes across several accountability measures.

Below AverageDAverageCAverageCNeeds ImprovementF

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Below Average

D
2.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

30% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

10% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Evaluates how well a school prepares students for life after graduation through ACT scores, graduation rates, and career readiness.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

D 50%
C 30%
C 10%
F 10%

The final score of 2.3is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 25.0% of students at Lead Academy demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Social Studies (High) at 39.3%, while Math (High) at 14.5% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (High): 23.7% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (High): 14.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 22.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (High): 39.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Lead Academy shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.8 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Science

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Social Studies

5.0
of 5.0

Exceeding expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 21.7% of all students at Lead Academy demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
21.7%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
24.5%

Below the proficiency benchmark

English Learners
14.3%

Below the proficiency benchmark

College & Career Readiness

Metrics that measure how well students are prepared for postsecondary success.

College and career readiness is a critical indicator of long-term student outcomes. Lead Academy reports a ready graduate rate of 11.0%.

Overall Rate
17.8%

Area for improvement

ACT Ready
11.0%

Area for improvement

Postsecondary
16.1

Reported metric

Industry Cert
<5%

Reported metric

Military Ready
<5%

Reported metric

How Does Lead Academy Compare?

Overall score compared to the Davidson County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 2.3, Lead Academy is below the Davidson County average of 3.0 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 159 schools in Davidson County, this school holds the #115 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lead Academy’s performance data.

What grade did Lead Academy receive?
Lead Academy received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 2.3 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and college and career readiness indicators.
How does Lead Academy compare to other Davidson County schools?
Lead Academy ranks #115 out of 159 schools in Davidson County. The county average score is 3.0, and Lead Academy’s score of 2.3 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Lead Academy?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Lead Academy’s average growth score of 2.8 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Lead Academy above or below the state average?
Lead Academy’s score of 2.3 is below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Lead Academy?
The highest proficiency rate is in Social Studies (High) at 39.3%, while the lowest is in Math (High) at 14.5%. Across all 4 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 25.0%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year