Very Good
#63 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 22% of private schools
Memphis Junior Academy
School
50 N MENDENHALL RD, Memphis, TN 38117
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
47
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#63 of 284
In Memphis
#12 of 30
public schools
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Memphis Junior Academy
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About Memphis Junior Academy
Memphis Junior Academy is a private school in Memphis, TN. Memphis Junior Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Memphis Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 47 students, Memphis Junior 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Memphis Junior Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Memphis Junior 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 Memphis Junior Academy compares to 203 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Memphis Junior Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| White Station Elementary | 7.7 |
| Avon School | 5.7 |
| Richland Elementary | 8.7 |
| White Station Middle | 7.7 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy | 8.3 |
| White Station High | 6.8 |
| Berclair Elementary | 5.9 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Grahamwood Elementary | 6.2 |
| Compass Community School Berclair Campus | 8.8 |
| Campus School | 8.0 |
| University Middle | 9.8 |
| University High School | — |
| Sea Isle Elementary | 5.0 |
| Colonial Middle | 4.4 |
| Kingsbury High | 2.9 |
| Kingsbury Middle | 5.3 |
| Kingsbury Elementary | 5.4 |
| Treadwell Elementary | 4.7 |
| Wells Station Elementary | 9.3 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
50 N MENDENHALL RD, Memphis, TN 38117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memphis Junior Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Avon School (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Memphis | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| White Station Elementary Memphis | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Avon School Memphis | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Richland Elementary Memphis | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| White Station High Memphis | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| White Station Middle Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 1.4 mi | — |
| Berclair Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
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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|---|---|
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro, TN | 7.2 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Ooltewah, TN | 7.2 |
| HOPEWELL CHRISTIAN COVENANT FAMILY SCHOOL Culleoka, TN | 7.2 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Nashville, TN | 7.3 |
| SHELTERING TREE RANCH Savannah, TN | 7.3 |
| ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Sevierville, TN | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memphis Junior Academy
What grades does Memphis Junior Academy serve?
Memphis Junior Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Memphis Junior Academy?
Memphis Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memphis Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Memphis Junior Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Memphis Junior Academy rank in TN?
Memphis Junior Academy ranks #63 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Memphis Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Memphis Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Memphis Junior Academy a private school?
Yes, Memphis Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Memphis Junior Academy a religious school?
Memphis Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 47
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 683-1061
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