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#1722 of 1,786 schools in TN

Treadwell Middle School

Middle School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

920 N Highland St, Memphis, TN 38122

Enrollment

662

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

3.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,722 of 1,786

In Memphis

#177 of 199

public schools

In district

#183 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Treadwell Middle School

3.3/10

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

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About Treadwell Middle School

Treadwell Middle School is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Treadwell Middle School serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Treadwell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,722 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Treadwell Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Treadwell Middle School 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 Progress3.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.3 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism39.4%

Treadwell Middle School — Students at Treadwell Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 17.0% (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
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
15.3%
ELA
15.2%
2025
Math
11.8%
ELA
12.5%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Treadwell Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in TN
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.4%

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

920 N Highland St, Memphis, TN 38122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Treadwell Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kingsbury Middle (rated 5.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lester Prep (rated 3.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Treadwell Elementary Memphis 0.1 mi 4.7
THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis 0.6 mi 6.4
THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis 0.6 mi 7.0
BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis 0.6 mi 6.4
Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis 1.0 mi 8.8
Grahamwood Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 6.2
Douglass High Memphis 1.3 mi 3.9
Kingsbury Middle Memphis 1.2 mi 5.3
Kingsbury High Memphis 1.2 mi 2.9
Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.5 mi 1.9
Kingsbury Elementary Memphis 1.3 mi 5.4
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus Memphis 1.6 mi 6.0
Lester Prep Memphis 1.6 mi 3.8
East High Memphis 1.9 mi 8.7
Jackson Elementary Memphis 2.0 mi 7.3
Springdale Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 7.6
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School Memphis 1.9 mi 7.8
Wells Station Elementary Memphis 2.0 mi 9.3
Promise Academy Memphis 2.0 mi 4.9
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis 1.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,456

Median Home Value

$108,200

Median Rent

$1,127/mo

Population

25,310

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

27.2%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Treadwell Middle School

What grades does Treadwell Middle School serve?

Treadwell Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Treadwell Middle School?

Treadwell Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Treadwell Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Treadwell Middle School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Treadwell Middle School rank in TN?

Treadwell Middle School ranks #1,722 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Treadwell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Treadwell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Treadwell Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Treadwell Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Treadwell Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Treadwell Middle School a Title I school?

No, Treadwell Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.4%

District

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

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