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#1627 of 1,786 schools in TN

Oakhaven Middle

Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3125 Ladbrook Rd, Memphis, TN 38108

Enrollment

270

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

4.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,627 of 1,786

In Memphis

#149 of 199

public schools

In district

#154 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Oakhaven Middle

4.0/10

Middle School in Memphis · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oakhaven High

5.5/10

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Oakhaven Elementary

7.7/10

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About Oakhaven Middle

Oakhaven Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Oakhaven Middle serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakhaven Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,627 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakhaven Middle show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Oakhaven 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.

39% of students at Oakhaven 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.2 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-16.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism38.9%

Oakhaven Middle — Students at Oakhaven Middle score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 11.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 10.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
19%
ELA
19%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
7%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
7%
2022
Math
5.6%
ELA
5.6%
2025
Math
11.5%
ELA
7.6%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Oakhaven Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in TN
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.9%

Programs & Offerings

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

3125 Ladbrook Rd, Memphis, TN 38108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakhaven Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. A. Maceo Walker Middle (rated 3.9/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, American Way Middle (rated 3.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakhaven High Memphis 0.0 mi 5.5
Oakhaven Elementary Memphis 0.1 mi 7.7
Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis 2.4 mi 5.1
Getwell Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 4.7
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis 2.3 mi 7.1
American Way Middle Memphis 2.4 mi 3.6
Winchester Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 3.9
Gardenview Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 4.2
Sheffield Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 6.7
Parkway Village Elementary Memphis 2.5 mi 7.7
Shrine School Memphis 2.4 mi 3.4
Sharpe Elementary Memphis 2.8 mi 5.3
A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis 2.4 mi 3.9
Sheffield High Memphis 2.5 mi 3.0
WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis 2.9 mi 4.6
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis 2.6 mi 9.1
Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 5.6
South Park Elementary Memphis 3.1 mi 4.9
Cherokee Elementary Memphis 3.3 mi 5.2
Memphis Virtual School Memphis 2.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,435

Median Home Value

$62,600

Median Rent

$921/mo

Population

18,501

College Educated

10.6%

Homeownership

47.1%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

28%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakhaven Middle

What grades does Oakhaven Middle serve?

Oakhaven Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Oakhaven Middle?

Oakhaven Middle has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakhaven Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakhaven Middle is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakhaven Middle rank in TN?

Oakhaven Middle ranks #1,627 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oakhaven Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakhaven Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Oakhaven Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakhaven Middle has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Oakhaven Middle a charter school?

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

Is Oakhaven Middle a Title I school?

No, Oakhaven Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.9%

District

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

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