Chickasaw Middle School

4060 Westmont Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(School attendance zone shown in map)
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 362 students in grades 6-8, Chickasaw 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 3% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • : Bottom 50% in TN
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chickasaw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Chickasaw Middle School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

Chickasaw Middle 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 Chickasaw Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
#1688 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
3%
34%
11%
37%
6%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
98%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chickasaw Middle School's ranking?
Chickasaw Middle School is ranked #1688 out of 1,728 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Chickasaw Middle School?
362 students attend Chickasaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Chickasaw Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chickasaw Middle School?
Chickasaw Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chickasaw Middle School offer ?
Chickasaw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chickasaw Middle School part of?
Chickasaw Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Chickasaw Middle School located?
Chickasaw Middle School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Westwood.

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5   10/27/2023
I love my school I love everything about it.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Taniya Hilliard

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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