Serving 197 students in grades 6-8, Memphis Of Health Sciences 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 was ≤5% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 6-9% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1703 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
98%
21%
White
n/a
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis Of Health Sciences's ranking?
Memphis Of Health Sciences is ranked #1703 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Memphis Of Health Sciences?
197 students attend Memphis Of Health Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Memphis Of Health Sciences students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memphis Of Health Sciences?
Memphis Of Health Sciences has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Memphis Of Health Sciences offer ?
Memphis Of Health Sciences offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memphis Of Health Sciences part of?
Memphis Of Health Sciences is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Memphis Of Health Sciences located?
Memphis Of Health Sciences is located in the Springhill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 7 other public schools located in Springhill.
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