Needs Improvement
#1759 of 1,786 schools in TN
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
2230 Corry RD, Memphis, TN 38106
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,759 of 1,786
In Memphis
#189 of 199
public schools
In district
#194 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Believe Memphis Academy Charter School
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About Believe Memphis Academy Charter School
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Believe Memphis Academy Charter School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Believe Memphis Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,759 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Believe Memphis Academy Charter School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
64% of students at Believe Memphis Academy Charter School 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
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Believe Memphis Academy Charter School — Students at Believe Memphis Academy Charter School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.7/10.
How Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Compares
See how Believe Memphis Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2230 Corry RD, Memphis, TN 38106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Believe Memphis Academy Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Excel Center Memphis | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Veritas College Preparatory Memphis | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis College Preparatory Memphis | 0.6 mi | 2.1 |
| Alcy Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Hamilton High Memphis | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Hamilton School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Rozelle Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Soulsville Charter School Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Winchester Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Memphis | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,818
Median Home Value
$66,400
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
21,827
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
36.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
41.5%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alexander Elementary School Jackson, TN | 2.8 |
| A H Roberts Elementary Livingston, TN | 2.9 |
| East Elementary School Humboldt, TN | 2.9 |
| Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap, TN | 3.0 |
| Ford Road Elementary Memphis, TN | 2.5 |
| Chadwell Elementary Madison, TN | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Believe Memphis Academy Charter School
What grades does Believe Memphis Academy Charter School serve?
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Believe Memphis Academy Charter School?
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Believe Memphis Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Believe Memphis Academy Charter School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Believe Memphis Academy Charter School rank in TN?
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School ranks #1,759 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Believe Memphis Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Believe Memphis Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Believe Memphis Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Believe Memphis Academy Charter School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Believe Memphis Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Believe Memphis Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Believe Memphis Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Believe Memphis Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.8%
- Phone
- (901) 881-7970
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #194 of 202
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