Serving 696 students in grades 6-12, Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high 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 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high's student population of 696 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high 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 Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high is 0.17, 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
#1656 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
91%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high's ranking?
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high is ranked #1656 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high?
The graduation rate of Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high?
696 students attend Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high?
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high offer ?
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high part of?
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high located?
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/high is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown.
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