Below Average
#1592 of 1,786 schools in TN
Kirby Middle School
Middle School · Achievement School District
6670 E Raines RD, Memphis, TN 38115
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,592 of 1,786
In Memphis
#143 of 199
public schools
In district
#9 of 13
Achievement School District
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Kirby Middle School
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About Kirby Middle School
Kirby Middle School is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Achievement School District. Kirby Middle School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kirby Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,592 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Kirby Middle School show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kirby Middle School 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.
Kirby 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.
61% of students at Kirby 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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Kirby Middle School — Students at Kirby Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 16 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: 8.0/10.
How Kirby Middle School Compares
See how Kirby Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6670 E Raines RD, Memphis, TN 38115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kirby Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hickory Ridge Middle (rated 3.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bluff City High School Memphis | 0.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Kirby High Memphis | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Germanshire Elementary Germantown | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Ross Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Winridge Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Belle Forest Community School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Oak Forest Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Newberry Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis | 2.5 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,931
Median Home Value
$129,700
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
36,878
College Educated
14.3%
Homeownership
23%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Median Age
29.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lafollette Middle School La Follette, TN | 4.2 |
| Central Middle School Wartburg, TN | 4.3 |
| Holston Middle School Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
| Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary Jackson, TN | 4.3 |
| Fayetteville Middle School Fayetteville, TN | 4.1 |
| East Hickman Middle School Lyles, TN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kirby Middle School
What grades does Kirby Middle School serve?
Kirby Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Kirby Middle School?
Kirby Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kirby Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kirby Middle School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kirby Middle School rank in TN?
Kirby Middle School ranks #1,592 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Kirby Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kirby Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Kirby Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kirby Middle School has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Kirby Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Kirby Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Kirby Middle School a Title I school?
No, Kirby 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
- 366
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.2%
- Phone
- (901) 730-8169
Resources & Links
District
Achievement School District- District Enrollment
- 4,501
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,612
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
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