For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,182 students in 38117, TN.
The top ranked public middle school in 38117, TN is Colonial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 38117 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in 38117, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 38117, TN Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Colonial Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1370 Colonial Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8980
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8980
Grades: 6-8
| 1,000 students
Rank: n/an/a
Avon School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
310 Avon Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2124
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2124
Grades: K-12
| 182 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 38117, TN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 38117, TN include Colonial Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 38117?
2 public middle schools are located in 38117.
What is the racial composition of students in 38117?
38117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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