Excellent

#189 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 11% in state

Power Center Academy Elementary School

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3540 S. Mendenhall ST, Memphis, TN 38115

Last updated: July 2026

Charter

Enrollment

712

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

712

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#189 of 1,786

In Memphis

#16 of 199

public schools

In district

#16 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Power Center Academy Elementary School

Power Center Academy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Power Center Academy Elementary School serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Power Center Academy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Power Center Academy Elementary School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

What's said publicly about Power Center Academy Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Power Center Academy is a network of five schools serving the Hickory Hill and Southeast Memphis communities 1 . The network includes one high school, two middle schools, and two elementary schools 1 . The elementary schools within the network are Hickory Hill Elementary School and Southeast Elementary School 1 . Hickory Hill Elementary School serves grades K-5 and is located at 3540 S. Mendenhall Road, Memphis, TN 38115 1 . Southeast Elementary School also serves grades K-5 and is located at 7051 Malco Crossing, Memphis, TN 38125 1 . Southeast Elementary School is part of the PCA Southeast K-8 campus, which also houses Southeast Middle School 1 . Hickory Hill Middle School and Hickory Hill High School are also part of the network, serving grades 6-8 and 9-12 respectively 1 . The organization states that its schools aim to instill drive, hope, optimism, and a strong network of adults in students 1 .

Sources (1)

www.gestaltcs.org

How it compares2.4 pts above district

8.4

This school 8.4 · Excellent
District avg 6.0
TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Power Center Academy Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.8Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data7

Annual Change+1.76 pts/yr

Data Period2017–2025

TrendImproving

Academics7.1Very Good30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency38.2% (2025 TCAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 TCAP)

Math vs. State Avg-1 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-8.8 pts

Overall Proficiency35% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)

vs. Expected+9.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile57th

Resources & Environment6.8Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,695

Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Power Center Academy Elementary School — Students at Power Center Academy Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 14.1% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)

School

State

39.2% (2025 TCAP)

ELA Proficiency 14.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)

School

State

40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 15 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2017

Math

22%

ELA

22%

2018

Math

16%

ELA

2019

Math

16%

ELA

2020*

Math

0.5%

ELA

2021*

Math

0.5%

ELA

2022

Math

5.8%

ELA

18.8%

2025

Math

38.2%

ELA

32%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Power Center Academy Elementary School Compares

See how Power Center Academy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.4/10

90th percentile in TN

Academic

7.1/10

Very Good

Growth

9.8/10

Excellent

Environment

6.8/10

Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

48 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

28.8%

Location

3540 S. Mendenhall ST, Memphis, TN 38115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Power Center Academy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Newberry Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Power Center Academy High School Memphis	0.1 mi	673	4.7
Power Center Academy Middle Memphis	0.2 mi	449	3.4
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis	0.2 mi	254	9.4
Newberry Elementary Memphis	0.3 mi	378	7.7
Wooddale Middle School Memphis	0.5 mi	552	4.9
Wooddale High Memphis	0.6 mi	618	3.0
Cromwell Elementary Memphis	0.9 mi	460	6.8
Memphis School of Excellence Memphis	0.9 mi	562	4.9
Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis	1.1 mi	536	6.6
Cornerstone Prep School Memphis	1.2 mi	53	7.0
SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis	1.2 mi	36	7.4
Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis	1.3 mi	616	7.0
Evans Elementary Memphis	1.4 mi	448	6.8
Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis	1.4 mi	141	4.8
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis	1.8 mi	402	3.4
Winridge Elementary Memphis	1.5 mi	415	8.5
Belle Forest Community School Memphis	1.6 mi	1,035	4.0
Memphis Virtual School Memphis	1.7 mi	333	5.9
Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis	1.7 mi	119	—
Memphis Merit Academy Memphis	1.8 mi	355	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,931

Median Home Value

$129,700

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

36,878

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

29.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Power Center Academy Elementary School

What grades does Power Center Academy Elementary School serve?

Power Center Academy Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Power Center Academy Elementary School?

Power Center Academy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Power Center Academy Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Power Center Academy Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Power Center Academy Elementary School rank in TN?

Power Center Academy Elementary School ranks #189 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Power Center Academy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Power Center Academy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Power Center Academy Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Power Center Academy Elementary School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Power Center Academy Elementary School a charter school?

Yes, Power Center Academy Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Power Center Academy Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Power Center Academy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 30 Some Transit
Bike Score: 49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 712
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 48
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 28.8%
Phone: (901) 310-2999

Resources & Links

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District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

District Enrollment: 110,057
Schools in District: 222
Per-Pupil Spending: $13,695
District Rank: #16 of 202

Other Schools in This District

University Middle 9.8 Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus 9.4 Memphis STEM Academy 9.4 Wells Station Elementary 9.3 Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch 9.1

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