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Georgian Hills Middle

Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3925 Denver St, Memphis, TN 38127

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

3.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,671 of 1,786

In Memphis

#161 of 199

public schools

In district

#167 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Georgian Hills Middle

3.7/10

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

Georgian Hills Elementary

3.5/10

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About Georgian Hills Middle

Georgian Hills Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Georgian Hills Middle serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgian Hills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,671 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Georgian Hills Middle show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Georgian Hills 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 Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.77 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.5 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism50.9%

Georgian Hills Middle — Students at Georgian Hills Middle score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.5% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 10.9% (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
24%
ELA
20%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
6%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
6%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
3%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
3%
2022
Math
4.9%
ELA
4.4%
2025
Math
16.3%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Georgian Hills Middle Compares

See how Georgian Hills Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in TN
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.9%

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

3925 Denver St, Memphis, TN 38127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgian Hills Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Grandview Heights Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memphis Business Academy Middle (rated 4.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westside Middle School (rated 1.8/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis 0.1 mi 3.5
GREATER PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis 1.0 mi 4.9
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis 1.1 mi 6.1
Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 8.0
Memphis STEM Academy Memphis 1.1 mi 9.4
Memphis Business Academy Middle Memphis 1.2 mi 4.7
Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis 1.3 mi 3.7
Libertas Memphis 1.1 mi 5.0
Trezevant High Memphis 1.5 mi 4.4
Frayser-Corning Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 2.0
Martin Luther King Preparatory High School Memphis 1.7 mi 2.8
Compass Community School Frayser Campus Memphis 1.5 mi 8.3
Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis 1.9 mi 4.8
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis 2.0 mi 4.8
Delano Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 7.8
Whitney Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 3.3
Westside Middle School Memphis 2.5 mi 1.8
Westside Elementary Memphis 2.6 mi 4.3
Keystone Elementary Memphis 2.5 mi 3.8
Star Academy Memphis 3.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,768

Median Home Value

$82,500

Median Rent

$1,104/mo

Population

39,553

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

34.7%

Median Age

32.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgian Hills Middle

What grades does Georgian Hills Middle serve?

Georgian Hills Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Georgian Hills Middle?

Georgian Hills Middle has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgian Hills Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Georgian Hills Middle is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Georgian Hills Middle rank in TN?

Georgian Hills Middle ranks #1,671 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Georgian Hills Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Georgian Hills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Georgian Hills Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgian Hills Middle has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Georgian Hills Middle a charter school?

No, Georgian Hills Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Georgian Hills Middle a Title I school?

No, Georgian Hills Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.9%

District

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

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