Serving 328 students in grades 6-8, Westside 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 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westside Middle School's student population of 328 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westside 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 Westside Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1756 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
92%
21%
White
3%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside Middle School's ranking?
Westside Middle School is ranked #1756 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 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Westside Middle School?
328 students attend Westside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Westside Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside Middle School?
Westside Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westside Middle School offer ?
Westside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Westside Middle School part of?
Westside Middle School is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Westside Middle School located?
Westside Middle School is located in the Frayser neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 21 other public schools located in Frayser.
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