Serving 475 students in grades 6-8, Craigmont 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 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craigmont Middle School serves the northern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone extending up to 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craigmont Middle School's student population of 475 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Craigmont 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 Craigmont Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1427 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craigmont Middle School's ranking?
Craigmont Middle School is ranked #1427 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Craigmont Middle School often compared to?
Craigmont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmore Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Craigmont Middle School?
475 students attend Craigmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Craigmont Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Craigmont Middle School offer ?
Craigmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Craigmont Middle School part of?
Craigmont Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Craigmont Middle School located?
Craigmont Middle School is located in the Raleigh neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Raleigh.
School Reviews
3 10/11/2025
Craigmont Middle, Home of the Chiefs, offers quality education for all learners. CMS is a Level 5 school as determined by the Tennessee Board of Education 4 years in a row! There is Enriched Academics / International Studies Optional Program for scholars who qualify. There are also honors, traditional, inclusion, and self-contained classes based on a student''s needs. CMS Chiefs are International Learners engaging in activities which broaden a student''s understanding of the world and others. There are many extracurricular opportunities to engage in including sports, fine arts, tutoring, and more. At CMS, Chiefs believe Chiefs achieve!
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