Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Treadwell 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 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Treadwell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Treadwell Middle School's student population of 621 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Treadwell 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 Treadwell Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1476 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
54%
14%
Black
36%
21%
White
6%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Treadwell Middle School's ranking?
Treadwell Middle School is ranked #1476 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Treadwell Middle School?
621 students attend Treadwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Treadwell Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Treadwell Middle School?
Treadwell Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Treadwell Middle School offer ?
Treadwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Treadwell Middle School part of?
Treadwell Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Treadwell Middle School located?
Treadwell Middle School is located in the Grahamwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Grahamwood.
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