Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Journey Hanley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 5% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 9% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1694 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
96%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Journey Hanley School's ranking?
Journey Hanley School is ranked #1694 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Journey Hanley School?
657 students attend Journey Hanley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Journey Hanley School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Journey Hanley School?
Journey Hanley School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Journey Hanley School offer ?
Journey Hanley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Journey Hanley School part of?
Journey Hanley School is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Journey Hanley School located?
Journey Hanley School is located in the Orange Mound neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Orange Mound.
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