Below Average
#1545 of 1,786 schools in TN
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School
Middle School · Achievement School District
659 N Manassas ST, Memphis, TN 38107
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,545 of 1,786
In Memphis
#134 of 199
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
Achievement School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Achievement School District. Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,545 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle 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.
34% of students at Humes Preparatory Academy Middle 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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Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School — Students at Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 4.1/10.
How Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School Compares
See how Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
659 N Manassas ST, Memphis, TN 38107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bellevue Middle (rated 3.5/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle Memphis | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Manassas High Memphis | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie Memphis | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Early Childhood Programs Memphis | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Perea Elementary School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Downtown Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Crosstown High School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Medical District High School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Central High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Bruce Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Bellevue Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis | 2.0 mi | — |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis | 2.0 mi | — |
| B. T. Washington High Memphis | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Vollentine Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,393
Median Home Value
$128,600
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
14,254
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
38.4%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Two Rivers Middle Nashville, TN | 4.4 |
| Central Middle School Wartburg, TN | 4.3 |
| Collinwood Middle School Collinwood, TN | 4.7 |
| Veritas College Preparatory Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Fayetteville Middle School Fayetteville, TN | 4.1 |
| John Early Middle Nashville, TN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School
What grades does Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School serve?
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School?
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School rank in TN?
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School ranks #1,545 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School a Title I school?
No, Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (901) 443-7575
Resources & Links
District
Achievement School District- District Enrollment
- 4,501
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,612
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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