Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, Maxine Smith Steam Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maxine Smith Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maxine Smith Steam Academy's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maxine Smith Steam Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maxine Smith Steam Academy is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#74 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
54%
21%
White
31%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maxine Smith Steam Academy's ranking?
Maxine Smith Steam Academy is ranked #74 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Maxine Smith Steam Academy often compared to?
Maxine Smith Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like White Station Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Maxine Smith Steam Academy?
364 students attend Maxine Smith Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Maxine Smith Steam Academy students are Black, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maxine Smith Steam Academy?
Maxine Smith Steam Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Maxine Smith Steam Academy offer ?
Maxine Smith Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maxine Smith Steam Academy part of?
Maxine Smith Steam Academy is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Maxine Smith Steam Academy located?
Maxine Smith Steam Academy is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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