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#1309 of 1,786 schools in TN
Kingsbury Middle
Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1276 N Graham St, Memphis, TN 38122
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,309 of 1,786
In Memphis
#99 of 199
public schools
In district
#102 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Kingsbury Middle
Middle School in Memphis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kingsbury Middle
Kingsbury Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Kingsbury Middle serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kingsbury Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,309 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Kingsbury Middle show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kingsbury 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.
Score Breakdown
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Kingsbury Middle — Students at Kingsbury Middle score 12% 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: 6.3/10.
How Kingsbury Middle Compares
See how Kingsbury Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1276 N Graham St, Memphis, TN 38122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kingsbury Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Berclair Campus (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Collegiate Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury High Memphis | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Grahamwood Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Treadwell Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Treadwell Middle School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Berclair Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Douglass High Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.7 mi | 1.9 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Avon School Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| White Station Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,456
Median Home Value
$108,200
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
25,310
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carpenters Middle School Maryville, TN | 5.3 |
| Haywood Middle School Brownsville, TN | 5.2 |
| Smith County Middle School Carthage, TN | 5.2 |
| H Maynard Middle School Maynardville, TN | 5.4 |
| Jackson Central Merry Middle School Jackson, TN | 5.4 |
| Heritage Middle School Maryville, TN | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kingsbury Middle
What grades does Kingsbury Middle serve?
Kingsbury Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Kingsbury Middle?
Kingsbury Middle has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kingsbury Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kingsbury Middle is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kingsbury Middle rank in TN?
Kingsbury Middle ranks #1,309 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Kingsbury Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kingsbury Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Kingsbury Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kingsbury Middle has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Kingsbury Middle a charter school?
No, Kingsbury Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kingsbury Middle a Title I school?
No, Kingsbury 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
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (901) 416-6040
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #102 of 202
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