Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Memphis College Preparatory 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memphis College Preparatory's student population of 227 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Memphis College Preparatory 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 Memphis College Preparatory is 0.12, 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
#1546 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis College Preparatory's ranking?
Memphis College Preparatory is ranked #1546 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Memphis College Preparatory?
227 students attend Memphis College Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Memphis College Preparatory students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Memphis College Preparatory offer ?
Memphis College Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memphis College Preparatory part of?
Memphis College Preparatory is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Memphis College Preparatory located?
Memphis College Preparatory is located in the Hamilton neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hamilton.
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