Serving 301 students in grades 6-8, Kipp Memphis Collegiate 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 6-9% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School's student population of 301 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more ju
School Rankings
Kipp Memphis Collegiate 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 Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1650 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
93%
20%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School's ranking?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School is ranked #1650 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?
6-9% 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 Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School?
301 students attend Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School offer ?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School part of?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School located?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate Middle School is located in the North Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 9 other public schools located in North Memphis.
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