Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, Hollis F. Price Middle College 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollis F. Price Middle College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hollis F. Price Middle College's student population of 83 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hollis F. Price Middle College 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 Hollis F. Price Middle College is 0.02, 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
#877 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
99%
21%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollis F. Price Middle College's ranking?
Hollis F. Price Middle College is ranked #877 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hollis F. Price Middle College?
The graduation rate of Hollis F. Price Middle College is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hollis F. Price Middle College?
83 students attend Hollis F. Price Middle College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hollis F. Price Middle College students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollis F. Price Middle College?
Hollis F. Price Middle College has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hollis F. Price Middle College offer ?
Hollis F. Price Middle College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hollis F. Price Middle College part of?
Hollis F. Price Middle College is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hollis F. Price Middle College located?
Hollis F. Price Middle College is located in the South Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 11 other public schools located in South Memphis.
School Reviews
5 5/3/2011
This is the best school in America and 3 of my children have attended here. 100% graduation rate. Best children. Strong discipline. Made AYP every year with 100% in most subjects.
2 9/1/2010
Thie is the worst school in America and I will never let my children go here.
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