Treadwell Middle School

920 N Highland St
Memphis, TN 38122
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 662 students in grades 6-8, Treadwell 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 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 662 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50% in TN
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Treadwell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

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School Overview

Treadwell Middle School's student population of 662 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Treadwell Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Treadwell Middle School is 0.57, 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.
This School
State Level (TN)
#1476 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15%
31%
16%
37%
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
56%
15%
Black
34%
21%
White
6%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Treadwell Middle School's ranking?
Treadwell Middle School is ranked #1476 out of 1,761 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Treadwell Middle School?
662 students attend Treadwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Treadwell Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Treadwell Middle School?
Treadwell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Treadwell Middle School offer ?
Treadwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Treadwell Middle School part of?
Treadwell Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Treadwell Middle School located?
Treadwell Middle School is located in the Grahamwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Grahamwood.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 662 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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