Serving 305 students in grades 9-12, Middle College High School ranks in the top 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 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 305 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle College High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#573 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
90%
21%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle College High School's ranking?
Middle College High School is ranked #573 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Middle College High School often compared to?
Middle College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartlett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
305 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Middle College High School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle College High School?
Middle College High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middle College High School offer ?
Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middle College High School part of?
Middle College High School is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College High School located?
Middle College High School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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