Serving 205 students in grades 6-8, Humes Preparatory Middle 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 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Humes Preparatory Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Humes Preparatory Middle School's student population of 205 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Humes Preparatory Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Humes Preparatory Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1538 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
98%
21%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Humes Preparatory Middle School's ranking?
Humes Preparatory Middle School is ranked #1538 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Humes Preparatory Middle School?
205 students attend Humes Preparatory Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Humes Preparatory Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Humes Preparatory Middle School?
Humes Preparatory Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Humes Preparatory Middle School offer ?
Humes Preparatory Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Humes Preparatory Middle School part of?
Humes Preparatory Middle School is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Humes Preparatory Middle School located?
Humes Preparatory Middle School is located in the North Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 9 other public schools located in North Memphis.
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