Serving 706 students in grades 9-12, Power Center Academy High School 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Power Center Academy High School's student population of 706 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Power Center Academy High School 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 Power Center Academy High School is 0.45, which is less 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
#1522 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
68%
21%
White
n/a
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power Center Academy High School's ranking?
Power Center Academy High School is ranked #1522 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Power Center Academy High School often compared to?
Power Center Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown High School by visitors of our site.
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 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Power Center Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Power Center Academy High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Power Center Academy High School?
706 students attend Power Center Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Power Center Academy High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Power Center Academy High School?
Power Center Academy High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Power Center Academy High School offer ?
Power Center Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Power Center Academy High School part of?
Power Center Academy High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Power Center Academy High School located?
Power Center Academy High School is located in the Capleville neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Capleville.
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