Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Promise Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Promise Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Promise Academy's student population of 304 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Promise Academy 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 Promise Academy is 0.23, 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
#1462 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
87%
21%
White
1%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Promise Academy's ranking?
Promise Academy is ranked #1462 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Promise Academy?
304 students attend Promise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Promise Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Promise Academy?
Promise Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Promise Academy offer ?
Promise Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Promise Academy part of?
Promise Academy is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Promise Academy located?
Promise Academy is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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