Below Average
#1434 of 1,786 schools in TN
Wooddale Middle School
Middle School · Achievement School District
3467 Castleman ST, Memphis, TN 38118
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,434 of 1,786
In Memphis
#110 of 199
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
Achievement School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wooddale Middle School
Wooddale Middle School is a public middle school in Memphis, TN, part of Achievement School District. Wooddale Middle School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wooddale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,434 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Wooddale Middle School show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TN avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wooddale Middle School 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.
Wooddale Middle School runs 20.4:1 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.
Wooddale Middle 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
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Wooddale Middle School — Students at Wooddale Middle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
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: 9.5/10.
How Wooddale Middle School Compares
See how Wooddale Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3467 Castleman ST, Memphis, TN 38118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wooddale Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Power Center Academy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newberry Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wooddale High Memphis | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Power Center Academy High School Memphis | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Memphis | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Cromwell Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Power Center Academy Middle Memphis | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Newberry Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Cornerstone Prep School Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Evans Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Memphis Virtual School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis | 1.2 mi | — |
| Memphis Merit Academy Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Sheffield Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Sheffield High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Shrine School Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,464
Median Home Value
$95,700
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
39,162
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
28.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Antioch Middle Antioch, TN | 4.9 |
| Harpeth Middle School Kingston Springs, TN | 4.9 |
| Madisonville Middle School Madisonville, TN | 4.9 |
| McMurray Middle Nashville, TN | 4.9 |
| Meadowview Middle School Morristown, TN | 4.9 |
| Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga, TN | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wooddale Middle School
What grades does Wooddale Middle School serve?
Wooddale Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wooddale Middle School?
Wooddale Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wooddale Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wooddale Middle School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wooddale Middle School rank in TN?
Wooddale Middle School ranks #1,434 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Wooddale Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wooddale Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Wooddale Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wooddale Middle School has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Wooddale Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Wooddale Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Wooddale Middle School a Title I school?
No, Wooddale Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 552
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.2%
- Phone
- (901) 730-4086
Resources & Links
District
Achievement School District- District Enrollment
- 4,501
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,612
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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