Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Memphis Stem Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memphis Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Memphis Stem Academy's student population of 243 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Memphis Stem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis Stem Academy is 0.25, 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
#817 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
86%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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 Stem Academy's ranking?
Memphis Stem Academy is ranked #817 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Memphis Stem Academy?
243 students attend Memphis Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Memphis Stem Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memphis Stem Academy?
Memphis Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Memphis Stem Academy offer ?
Memphis Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Memphis Stem Academy part of?
Memphis Stem Academy is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Memphis Stem Academy located?
Memphis Stem Academy is located in the Frayser neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 21 other public schools located in Frayser.
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