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Middle College High

High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

750 E Parkway S, Memphis, TN 38104

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

25.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,276 of 1,786

In Memphis

#92 of 199

public schools

In district

#95 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Middle College High

5.4/10

High School in Memphis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Middle College High

Middle College High is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Middle College High serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle College High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,276 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Middle College High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Middle College High runs 25.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.44 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.8 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+29.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation24.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695

Middle College High — Students at Middle College High score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
42.9%
ELA
68.6%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Middle College High Compares

See how Middle College High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in TN
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
24.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

750 E Parkway S, Memphis, TN 38104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Middle College High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East High (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Midtown Campus (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Melrose High (rated 2.4/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis 0.0 mi 7.8
Exceptional Children Special Placements Memphis 0.5 mi 3.0
Peabody Elementary Memphis 0.7 mi 4.4
LORDS TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis 0.9 mi
Idlewild Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 9.0
Compass Community School Binghampton Campus Memphis 1.3 mi 6.8
Dunbar Elementary Memphis 1.3 mi 6.6
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School Memphis 1.5 mi 7.8
Compass Community School Midtown Campus Memphis 1.4 mi 7.5
Arrow Academy of Excellence Memphis 1.4 mi 5.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 8.0
GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 6.8
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus Memphis 1.5 mi 6.0
Lester Prep Memphis 1.5 mi 3.8
Melrose High Memphis 1.6 mi 2.4
Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 5.7
Rozelle Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 4.9
East High Memphis 1.6 mi 8.7
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis 2.0 mi 7.5
Snowden Elementary/Middle Memphis 2.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,452

Median Home Value

$301,100

Median Rent

$1,073/mo

Population

22,925

College Educated

51.9%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

37.3

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Peabody High School Trenton, TN 5.4
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Jackson County High School Gainesboro, TN 5.5
Oakhaven High Memphis, TN 5.5
Red Boiling Springs School Red Boiling Springs, TN 5.5
Waverly Central High School Waverly, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Middle College High

What grades does Middle College High serve?

Middle College High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Middle College High?

Middle College High has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle College High?

The student-teacher ratio at Middle College High is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Middle College High rank in TN?

Middle College High ranks #1,276 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Middle College High's MySchoolScout rating?

Middle College High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Middle College High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle College High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Middle College High a charter school?

No, Middle College High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Middle College High a Title I school?

No, Middle College High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#95 of 202

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