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Rocketship United Academy
A K-4th grade multicultural school with an exceptional student government program
Rocketship United Academy is built on the idea of taking full advantage of the wonderful diversity of our community. We celebrate our similarities and differences as we learn from one another about the world around us each and every day. The rich mix of ethnic groups, languages, and cultures in our school, make United a vibrant learning community that welcomes all students.
US News also ranked Rocketship United Academy as the #4 charter elementary school in the entire state! Our school was also named a Reward School and also exceeded the state’s growth expectations during the 2022-2023 school year!
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Rocketship United Academy ranked #4 charter elementary school in the state!
Ranked by US News
Key Information
Grades: K5 - 4th
Enrollment: 570
Address: 320 Plus Park Blvd Nashville, TN 37217
Principal: Ben Harp
Office Manager: Claire Sallstrom
Email: nashville@rsed.org
Tel: 615-712-7499
Se habla español
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Family Resources
- First day, last day, minimum days, holidays, conference days, see every day of the school year.
School Calendar > - Access important school policies, forms, and resources.
Family Handbook (English, Spanish & Somali) > - Find the right bus route, bus stop, and pick-up and drop-off time for your Rocketeer.
Bus Schedules > - Make sure your Rocketeer is dressed for success!
Order Uniforms >

Our school is named Rocketship United Academy because we are united as one family, one team, and one community. Our common goal is to ensure our Rocketeers get the best education, are deeply rooted in their community, and become amazing future professionals. #GORUA!
— Sherrill Stratford, Founding Parent

Join the Parent Organizing Committee
Are you interested in getting more involved with our school community? Join us for our next Parent Organizing Committee (POC) meeting where parents get to know each other, learn what local issues may be affecting their child and family, and learn new skills to help ensure parents’ voices are heard in the community. You can learn more about our parent leadership work here.
Our School’s Core Values
- Responsibility
- Respect
- Empathy
- Persistence
- Gratitude

Charter Authorization
Legal Resources
- Rocketship Board of Directors Information and Meeting Agendas
- Charter Petition
- Student Discipline Policy
- Discrimination, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying, and Sexual Harassment/Title IX Policy
- Wellness Policy
- Annenberg Compliance
- National School Lunch & Breakfast Program
- Foundational Skills Leadership Plan
- MNPS Title IX Training Materials
- Food Service RFP
- Nondiscrimination Policy
- Enrollment Process & our Special Education Programs
- Outcomes of Students in Special Education