Below Average
#1570 of 1,786 schools in TN
Havenview Middle
Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1481 Hester Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,570 of 1,786
In Memphis
#140 of 199
public schools
In district
#142 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Havenview Middle
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About Havenview Middle
Havenview Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Havenview Middle serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Havenview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,570 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Havenview Middle show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Havenview Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Havenview Middle runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Havenview Middle — Students at Havenview Middle score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Havenview Middle Compares
See how Havenview Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1481 Hester Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Havenview Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. City University School Girls Preparatory (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is A. Maceo Walker Middle (rated 3.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Southaven), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 0.7 mi | — |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Gardenview Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL Southaven | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gresham Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
| Holston Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
| Cedar Bluff Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.2 |
| Karns Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.2 |
| New Providence Middle Clarksville, TN | 4.2 |
| Crestview Middle School Covington, TN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Havenview Middle
What grades does Havenview Middle serve?
Havenview Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Havenview Middle?
Havenview Middle has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Havenview Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Havenview Middle is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Havenview Middle rank in TN?
Havenview Middle ranks #1,570 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Havenview Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Havenview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Havenview Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Havenview Middle has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Havenview Middle a charter school?
No, Havenview Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Havenview Middle a Title I school?
No, Havenview Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-3092
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #142 of 202
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