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Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
8220 East Shelby DR, Memphis, TN 38125
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher
31.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher
31.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,372 of 1,786
In Memphis
#105 of 199
public schools
In district
#108 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
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About Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 31.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,372 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast 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.
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast runs 31.5:1 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.
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast 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
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Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast — Students at Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 18 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: 8.2/10.
How Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Compares
See how Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8220 East Shelby DR, Memphis, TN 38125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Germantown Middle (rated 5.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Germantown), with a very similar rating. Another option is Highland Oaks Middle (rated 4.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwind Elementary Memphis | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Southwind High Memphis | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Highland Oaks Middle Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Germanshire Elementary Germantown | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| CENTER HILL MIDDLE Olive Branch | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Oak Forest Elementary Memphis | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| OVERPARK ELEMENTARY Olive Branch | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Ross Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Germantown | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Bluff City High School Memphis | 2.9 mi | 2.0 |
| Germantown Online Academy of Learning Germantown | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CENTER HILL HIGH SCHOOL Olive Branch | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Kirby Middle School Memphis | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Germantown Middle Germantown | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,184
Median Home Value
$230,400
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
42,793
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Livingston Middle School Livingston, TN | 5.1 |
| H. G. Hill Middle Nashville, TN | 5.0 |
| Margaret Allen Middle Nashville, TN | 5.0 |
| South Middle School Cowan, TN | 5.0 |
| Bolivar Middle School Bolivar, TN | 5.2 |
| Haywood Middle School Brownsville, TN | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast
What grades does Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast serve?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast?
The student-teacher ratio at Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is 31.5:1. 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 Middle - Southeast rank in TN?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast ranks #1,372 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast's MySchoolScout rating?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Middle - Southeast?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast a charter school?
Yes, Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast 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 Middle - Southeast a Title I school?
No, Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 315
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (901) 352-6226
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #108 of 202
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