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A. Maceo Walker Middle

Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

1900 East Raines RD, Memphis, TN 38116

Enrollment

637

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,645 of 1,786

In Memphis

#153 of 199

public schools

In district

#160 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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A. Maceo Walker Middle

3.9/10

Middle School in Memphis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About A. Maceo Walker Middle

A. Maceo Walker Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. A.

Maceo Walker Middle serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Maceo Walker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,645 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for A. Maceo Walker Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

71% of students at A. Maceo Walker Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-24.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-30 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism71.3%

A. Maceo Walker Middle — Students at A. Maceo Walker Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 12.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 24 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
9%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
6%
2022
Math
8.8%
ELA
10.6%
2025
Math
14.8%
ELA
10.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How A. Maceo Walker Middle Compares

See how A. Maceo Walker Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in TN
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
71.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1900 East Raines RD, Memphis, TN 38116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A. Maceo Walker Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. City University School Girls Preparatory (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Havenview Middle (rated 4.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oakhaven Middle (rated 4.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Gardenview Elementary Memphis 0.2 mi 4.2
Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis 0.2 mi 5.6
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis 0.7 mi 9.1
Hillcrest High School Memphis 0.8 mi 4.3
Winchester Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 3.9
City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis 1.5 mi 5.1
City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis 1.5 mi 7.4
City University School of Independence Memphis 1.5 mi
Havenview Middle Memphis 2.0 mi 4.3
Whitehaven Elementary Memphis 1.9 mi 6.5
Oakshire Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 3.5
Whitehaven High Memphis 2.0 mi 5.4
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis 2.3 mi 7.1
Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis 2.0 mi 5.1
Alcy Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 6.5
Holmes Road Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 4.5
Oakhaven Middle Memphis 2.4 mi 4.0
Oakhaven High Memphis 2.5 mi 5.5
Oakhaven Elementary Memphis 2.5 mi 7.7
The Excel Center Memphis 3.3 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,663

Median Home Value

$125,800

Median Rent

$1,035/mo

Population

41,393

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

29.7%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A. Maceo Walker Middle

What grades does A. Maceo Walker Middle serve?

A. Maceo Walker Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend A. Maceo Walker Middle?

A. Maceo Walker Middle has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Maceo Walker Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at A. Maceo Walker Middle is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A. Maceo Walker Middle rank in TN?

A. Maceo Walker Middle ranks #1,645 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is A. Maceo Walker Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

A. Maceo Walker Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A. Maceo Walker Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Maceo Walker Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is A. Maceo Walker Middle a charter school?

No, A. Maceo Walker Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A. Maceo Walker Middle a Title I school?

No, A. Maceo Walker Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
71.3%

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#160 of 202

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