Serving 488 students in grades 6-8, Raleigh Egypt Middle 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 2% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raleigh Egypt Middle School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raleigh Egypt Middle 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 Raleigh Egypt Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1754 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
81%
21%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh Egypt Middle School's ranking?
Raleigh Egypt Middle School is ranked #1754 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Raleigh Egypt Middle School?
488 students attend Raleigh Egypt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Raleigh Egypt Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raleigh Egypt Middle School?
Raleigh Egypt Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Raleigh Egypt Middle School offer ?
Raleigh Egypt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Raleigh Egypt Middle School part of?
Raleigh Egypt Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Raleigh Egypt Middle School located?
Raleigh Egypt Middle School is located in the Springhill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 7 other public schools located in Springhill.
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