Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt's student population of 63 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt 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 Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt is 0.04, 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.
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)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
98%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt's ranking?
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt 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 Scholars Raleigh-egypt?
63 students attend Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt offer ?
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt part of?
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt located?
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-egypt is located in the South Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 11 other public schools located in South Memphis.
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