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#1610 of 1,786 schools in TN

Ridgeway Middle

Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

6333 Quince RD, Memphis, TN 38119

Enrollment

557

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,610 of 1,786

In Memphis

#147 of 199

public schools

In district

#149 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Ridgeway Middle

4.1/10

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

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4.4/10

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About Ridgeway Middle

Ridgeway Middle is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Ridgeway Middle serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,610 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ridgeway Middle show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Ridgeway Middle — Students at Ridgeway Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 24 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
25%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
18.3%
2025
Math
11.3%
ELA
16.8%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Ridgeway Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in TN
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

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

6333 Quince RD, Memphis, TN 38119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridgeway Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Memphis 0.6 mi
Ridgeway High Memphis 0.9 mi 4.4
HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis 1.0 mi 7.1
Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis 0.8 mi 8.5
Belle Forest Community School Memphis 1.1 mi 4.0
MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 7.9
SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis 1.4 mi 7.4
Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis 1.7 mi 4.8
Winridge Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 8.5
MADONNA LEARNING CENTER Germantown 1.8 mi 7.8
Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis 1.7 mi 6.6
Journey East Academy Memphis 2.2 mi 7.7
LAUSANNE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Memphis 2.4 mi 8.0
Newberry Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 7.7
Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis 2.5 mi 3.5
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis 2.4 mi 9.4
Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis 2.6 mi 7.0
Cornerstone Prep School Memphis 2.2 mi 7.0
Sea Isle Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 5.0
Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis 2.5 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,325

Median Home Value

$279,100

Median Rent

$1,336/mo

Population

22,332

College Educated

53.3%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

41.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridgeway Middle

What grades does Ridgeway Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Ridgeway Middle?

Ridgeway Middle has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeway Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeway Middle is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridgeway Middle rank in TN?

Ridgeway Middle ranks #1,610 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ridgeway Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridgeway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Ridgeway Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeway Middle has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Ridgeway Middle a charter school?

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

Is Ridgeway Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

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

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