City University School Of Independence serves 14 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in TN)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City University School Of Independence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
City University School Of Independence's student population of 14 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of City University School Of Independence is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
100%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of City University School Of Independence?
The graduation rate of City University School Of Independence is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend City University School Of Independence?
14 students attend City University School Of Independence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of City University School Of Independence students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of City University School Of Independence?
City University School Of Independence has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does City University School Of Independence offer ?
City University School Of Independence offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is City University School Of Independence part of?
City University School Of Independence is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is City University School Of Independence located?
City University School Of Independence is located in the Whitehaven View neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Whitehaven View.
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