Serving 330 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%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chickasaw Middle School serves the southwest part of Memphis, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 57 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the zone and some residing as far as 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chickasaw Middle School's student population of 330 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
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 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1688 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
97%
20%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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?
330 students attend Chickasaw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Chickasaw Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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.
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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