Very Good
#37 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 13% of private schools
Margolin Hebrew Academy
School
390 S WHITE STATION RD, Memphis, TN 38117
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#37 of 284
In Memphis
#9 of 30
public schools
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Margolin Hebrew Academy
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About Margolin Hebrew Academy
Margolin Hebrew Academy is a private school in Memphis, TN. Margolin Hebrew Academy serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Margolin Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, Margolin Hebrew Academy 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.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Margolin Hebrew Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Margolin Hebrew Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Margolin Hebrew Academy compares to 203 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Margolin Hebrew Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| White Station High | 6.8 |
| Richland Elementary | 8.7 |
| White Station Middle | 7.7 |
| White Station Elementary | 7.7 |
| Avon School | 5.7 |
| Sea Isle Elementary | 5.0 |
| Colonial Middle | 4.4 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy | 8.3 |
| Berclair Elementary | 5.9 |
| Ridgeway High | 4.4 |
| Campus School | 8.0 |
| Overton High | 3.0 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary | 6.7 |
| University Middle | 9.8 |
| University High School | — |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary | 8.5 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Grahamwood Elementary | 6.2 |
| Compass Community School Berclair Campus | 8.8 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School | 8.8 |
Showing 20 of 203 schools. View all schools in Memphis
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
390 S WHITE STATION RD, Memphis, TN 38117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margolin Hebrew Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAUSANNE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Avon School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 0.6 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Richland Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| White Station High Memphis | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| White Station Middle Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| White Station Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Avon School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Sea Isle Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Colonial Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LAUSANNE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Memphis | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,688
Median Home Value
$287,500
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
26,327
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST CLASSICAL ACADEMY Dyersburg, TN | 7.4 |
| Richard Hardy Memorial School South Pittsburg, TN | 6.9 |
| MACON ROAD BAPTIST SCHOOL Arlington, TN | 8.2 |
| MNPS Virtual School Nashville, TN | 6.8 |
| MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs, TN | 6.7 |
| SKYUKA HALL Chattanooga, TN | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margolin Hebrew Academy
What grades does Margolin Hebrew Academy serve?
Margolin Hebrew Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Margolin Hebrew Academy?
Margolin Hebrew Academy has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margolin Hebrew Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Margolin Hebrew Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Margolin Hebrew Academy rank in TN?
Margolin Hebrew Academy ranks #37 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Margolin Hebrew Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Margolin Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Margolin Hebrew Academy a private school?
Yes, Margolin Hebrew Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Margolin Hebrew Academy a religious school?
Margolin Hebrew Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 189
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 682-2400
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