Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-8, J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School's student population of 493 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#179 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
93%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School's ranking?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is ranked #179 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School often compared to?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxine Smith Steam Academy, White Station Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School?
493 students attend J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School offer ?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School part of?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School located?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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