Below Average
#1483 of 1,786 schools in TN
Memphis Business Academy Middle
Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3306 Overton Crossing, Memphis, TN 38134
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,483 of 1,786
In Memphis
#124 of 199
public schools
In district
#125 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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About Memphis Business Academy Middle
Memphis Business Academy Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Memphis Business Academy Middle serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Memphis Business Academy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,483 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Memphis Business Academy Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Memphis Business Academy 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.
Memphis Business Academy Middle 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.
35% of students at Memphis Business Academy Middle 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 Middle — Students at Memphis Business Academy Middle score 18% 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: 6.0/10.
How Memphis Business Academy Middle Compares
See how Memphis Business Academy Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3306 Overton Crossing, Memphis, TN 38134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memphis Business Academy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Grandview Heights Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Georgian Hills Middle (rated 3.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Westside Middle School (rated 1.8/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis | 0.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Memphis STEM Academy Memphis | 0.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| GREATER PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Trezevant High Memphis | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Frayser-Corning Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 2.0 |
| Georgian Hills Middle Memphis | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Libertas Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Martin Luther King Preparatory High School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Delano Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Compass Community School Frayser Campus Memphis | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Whitney Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Star Academy Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Westside Middle School Memphis | 2.5 mi | 1.8 |
| Westside Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,172
Median Home Value
$184,400
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
42,500
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
33.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| DuPont Hadley Middle Old Hickory, TN | 4.7 |
| Vine Middle/Magnet Knoxville, TN | 4.7 |
| Carter Middle School Strawberry Plains, TN | 4.8 |
| Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis, TN | 4.8 |
| Brown Middle School Harrison, TN | 4.6 |
| E O Coffman Middle School Lawrenceburg, TN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memphis Business Academy Middle
What grades does Memphis Business Academy Middle serve?
Memphis Business Academy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Memphis Business Academy Middle?
Memphis Business Academy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memphis Business Academy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Memphis Business Academy Middle is 17.8:1. 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 Middle rank in TN?
Memphis Business Academy Middle ranks #1,483 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Memphis Business Academy Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Memphis Business Academy Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memphis Business Academy Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Memphis Business Academy Middle a charter school?
Yes, Memphis Business Academy Middle 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 Middle a Title I school?
No, Memphis Business Academy 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
- 426
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (901) 357-2708
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #125 of 202
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