Serving 77 students in grades 6-8, Memphis Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memphis Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Memphis school district, encompassing approximately 668.4 square miles in and around the city of Memphis, TX. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging 18.2 miles and extending up to 30.7 miles at the furthest points.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memphis Middle School's student population of 77 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Memphis Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Hispanic
65%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
25%
24%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis Middle School's ranking?
Memphis Middle School is ranked #2645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Memphis Middle School?
77 students attend Memphis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Memphis Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memphis Middle School?
Memphis Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memphis Middle School offer ?
Memphis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memphis Middle School part of?
Memphis Middle School is part of Memphis Independent School District.
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