Below Average
#1524 of 1,786 schools in TN
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
4443 S. Germantown RD, Memphis, TN 38125
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,524 of 1,786
In Memphis
#133 of 199
public schools
In district
#136 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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About Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill 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.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill 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.
50% of students at Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill 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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Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School — Students at Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 14 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: 3.1/10.
How Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Compares
See how Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4443 S. Germantown RD, Memphis, TN 38125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast (rated 5.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highland Oaks Middle (rated 4.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kirby Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis | 0.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Germanshire Elementary Germantown | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Bluff City High School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Ross Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Kirby Middle School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Southwind High Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Kirby High Memphis | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Southwind Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Highland Oaks Middle Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Oak Forest Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Winridge Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,184
Median Home Value
$230,400
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
42,793
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
What grades does Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School serve?
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School?
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School rank in TN?
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School ranks #1,524 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School a Title I school?
No, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (901) 505-0551
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #136 of 202
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