Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas 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 is ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas's student population of 121 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1728 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
99%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas's ranking?
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas is ranked #1728 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas?
121 students attend Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas offer ?
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas part of?
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas located?
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas is located in the South Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 11 other public schools located in South Memphis.
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