Serving 315 students in grades 6-8, Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast 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 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast's student population of 315 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is 0.29, 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
#1647 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
83%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast's ranking?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is ranked #1647 out of 1,728 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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast?
315 students attend Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast offer ?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast part of?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast located?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is located in the Lakes of Forest Hill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakes of Forest Hill.
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