RePublic Schools

What RePublic Schools does

RePublic Schools is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charter school network founded in 2011, operating seven free, open-enrollment public charter schools across two cities: Jackson, Mississippi (four schools: Reimagine Prep, Revive Collegiate, Smilow Collegiate, Smilow Prep) and Nashville, Tennessee (three schools: Liberty Collegiate Academy, Nashville Prep, RePublic High School). The network serves more than 3,100 scholars from predominantly underserved communities, with eligibility limited to students residing in Davidson County (TN) or in C, D, or F rated school districts (MS). The portfolio spans elementary (K-4), middle (5-8), and high school (9-12) grade levels, with each school operating under its own principal but unified under a network leadership team led by CEO Ashley Davis Gallimore.

The network differentiates through a Computer Science for All curriculum (coding, robotics, app development), a Portrait of a Graduate instructional framework, and a family engagement model supported by deep community partnerships. Academic outcomes are externally validated: all three Nashville schools have earned TVAAS Level 5 scores (the highest in Tennessee) for three consecutive years (2021-2024), RePublic High School ranked 3rd best charter high school in Tennessee (US News & World Report), and the Class of 2019 achieved an 85% college enrollment rate versus a 66% national average. RePublic High School also received the 2023 College Board AP Computer Science Principles District of the Year award for diversity in AP CSP participation.

The business model is per-pupil public funding from Tennessee and Mississippi state education departments, supplemented by federal Title funding and charitable donations. There is no tuition; families only pay for scholar uniforms. Donor tiers range from $5 to $250 (one-time or recurring). GTM is direct-to-consumer and community-led: families enroll via the website (PowerSchool in Jackson, SchoolMint in Nashville), book info sessions and campus tours, and are reached through community events, partnerships, and word-of-mouth referrals. The network is privately held (no public ticker), has no parent company, and has not disclosed external equity funding.

Name

RePublic Schools

Legal name

RePublic Schools

Website

https://republiccharterschools.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

RePublic Schools is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charter school network operating seven free public charter schools across Jackson, Mississippi and Nashville, Tennessee, serving more than 3,100 scholars from underserved communities, funded by per-pupil state allocations and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter School Networks (Multi-Site) (EDAJACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Charter College-Prep & Advanced Academics Schools (EDAJACAJ), Charter Career & Technical Education (CTE) Schools (EDAJACAK)

Keywords

• Charter school education
• K-12 public schools
• College preparatory programs
• Computer science education
• Free public education

Headquarters

HQ city

Jackson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Per-Pupil Public Funding: As a charter school network, RePublic Schools receives public funding based on per-pupil enrollment from state education departments in Tennessee and Mississippi. Additional funding comes from federal Title programs and grants.
2. Donations and Philanthropy: The network accepts charitable donations from individuals and organizations to support scholar resources, college access programs, and career readiness initiatives. Donors can designate gifts to specific regions (Jackson or Nashville) or schools.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

RePublic Schools operates a network of seven free, open-enrollment public charter schools across Nashville, Tennessee and Jackson, Mississippi, serving more than 3,100 scholars from kindergarten through 12th grade. The schools deliver college preparatory instruction with a Computer Science for All curriculum (coding, robotics, AP Computer Science Principles), extracurricular athletics and clubs, transportation, and free meals, funded primarily through per-pupil state public funding and supplemented by philanthropic donations.

Product overview

RePublic Schools is a network of seven free, open-enrollment public charter schools operating across Nashville, Tennessee and Jackson, Mississippi. The network serves more than 3,100 scholars from predominantly underserved communities, with schools spanning elementary (K-4th), middle (5th-8th), and high school (9th-12th) grade levels. The seven individual schools—RePublic High School, Nashville Prep, Liberty Collegiate Academy, Reimagine Prep, Revive Collegiate, Smilow Prep, and Smilow Collegiate—operate as distinct branded schools under the RePublic umbrella, each led by its own principal and leadership team. All schools share a unified mission of preparing scholars for college, maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations, building belongingness, and offering computer science education and extracurricular activities including robotics clubs. The network provides professional development (500+ hours per year), college readiness programs, after-school clubs, and athletics.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• RePublic High School Free public charter high school serving grades 9-12 in Nashville, TN, ranked as the third-best charter high school in Tennessee by US News & World Report. Earned TVAAS Level 5 designation and provides college preparation, AP Computer Science Principles, and extracurricular athletics and clubs for scholars.
• Nashville Prep Free public charter middle school serving grades 6-8 in Nashville, TN, recognized as a TVAAS Level 5 school for three consecutive years. Emphasizes family engagement and prepares scholars for college achievement.
• Liberty Collegiate Academy Free public charter middle school serving grades 5-8 in Nashville, TN, achieving TVAAS Level 5 for two consecutive years and a Tennessee Accountability Grade of B. Serves scholars from East Nashville, Madison, and North Nashville.
• Reimagine Prep Free public charter middle school serving grades 5-8 in Jackson, MS, and one of the highest-performing non-magnet middle schools in the city with a C letter grade accountability rating.
• Revive Collegiate Free public charter elementary school serving kindergarten through 4th grade in Jackson, MS, the newest school in the RePublic network focused on early literacy and college preparation; partners with the YMCA for aftercare services until 6 pm.
• Smilow Prep Free public charter middle school serving grades 5-8 in Jackson, MS, earning a B letter grade and securing the spot as Jackson's top open-enrollment middle school option.
• Smilow Collegiate Free public charter elementary school serving kindergarten through 4th grade in Jackson, MS, identified as the highest-performing school district in Jackson, highest-performing charter school in Mississippi, and 2nd highest-performing school district in the county based on 3rd Grade Reading Initial Summative Assessment Results.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% college enrollment rate (Class of 2019) vs 66% national average
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Kelly EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership with Kelly Education to ensure scholars continue learning with support from exceptional substitute teachers. Kelly provides qualified substitute staffing services to RePublic Schools network.
• YMCAsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerRevive Collegiate partners with the YMCA to provide aftercare services until 6 pm at a competitive weekly rate for scholars.
• HopeCusupportingOthersCommunity partner focused on educational development initiatives supporting RePublic Schools scholars and families.
• Metro YMCAsupportingOthersCommunity partner providing physical and mental health resources and programming for RePublic Schools community.
• Henderson Financial GroupsupportingOthersCommunity partner focused on economic development initiatives supporting RePublic Schools families.
• Studio BanksupportingOthersCommunity partner focused on economic development initiatives supporting RePublic Schools families.
• Nashville ParkssupportingOthersCommunity partner providing recreational and wellness programming for RePublic Schools scholars.
• Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights ProjectsupportingOthersCommunity partner supporting immigrant and refugee families in the RePublic Schools community.
• Nashville Public LibrarysupportingOthersCommunity partner providing educational resources and literacy support for RePublic Schools scholars.
• Church of Christ in TennesseesupportingOthersCommunity partner providing spiritual and community support for RePublic Schools families.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Green Dot Public Schools: Green Dot Public Schools operates a network of charter schools concentrated in California, Tennessee, and Washington, with a college-prep and civic engagement mission. It is a direct peer to RePublic on multi-site charter network operations and includes a Tennessee presence relevant to RePublic's Nashville footprint.
• Achievement First: Achievement First operates a network of charter schools in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island serving predominantly Black and Latinx scholars. It is directly comparable to RePublic as a multi-site charter network with a college-prep mission and outcome-focused culture.
• YES Prep Public Schools: YES Prep is a multi-site charter network serving ~18,000 students across Houston-area campuses. It is a direct peer to RePublic as a nonprofit charter management organization targeting underserved scholars with a college-prep mission and strong college matriculation outcomes.
• Uncommon Schools: Uncommon Schools operates a network of charter schools in the Northeast serving predominantly low-income scholars of color with a college-prep focus. It is a direct peer to RePublic on multi-site charter operations, college-readiness outcomes, and mission alignment.
• IDEA Public Schools: IDEA Public Schools is one of the largest US charter networks, operating 80+ schools across Texas and Louisiana with a strong college-prep identity. It is a direct peer to RePublic on multi-site charter network operations and the college-readiness value proposition.
• KIPP (KIPP Nashville): KIPP is the largest US charter school network, operating more than 270 schools, including a Nashville presence. It is directly comparable to RePublic as a multi-site charter management organization serving underserved scholars with a college-prep mission and a college-enrollment outcome focus.

Regional players

• Purpose Preparatory Academy: Purpose Preparatory Academy is a Nashville-based charter school network serving scholars in Antioch and South Nashville. It is a regional peer to RePublic as a Nashville charter operator serving similar underserved communities and competing for the same families.
• LEAD Academy: LEAD Academy is a Nashville charter high school serving grades 9–12 with a college-prep mission. It is a regional peer to RePublic High School in Nashville, competing for similar Davidson County families and operating under the same Tennessee accountability system.
• Libertas School: Libertas School is a charter school network in Jackson, Mississippi focused on classical, liberal arts education. It is a regional peer to RePublic's Jackson-area schools, competing for the same C/D/F-rated-district families under Mississippi's charter framework.

Broad incumbents

• National Heritage Academies: National Heritage Academies is a for-profit charter management organization operating 90+ schools across nine states. It is a broad incumbent comparable to RePublic in providing multi-site charter management services, although it operates nationally and for-profit rather than as a regional nonprofit.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/republicschools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/republic-schools
• Instagraminstagram.com/republiccharter

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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