Serving 333 students in grades 9-12, Middle College High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Middle College High School's student population of 333 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Middle College High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle College High School is 0.17, 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
#446 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
91%
21%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 Middle College High School's ranking?
Middle College High School is ranked #446 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Middle College High School often compared to?
Middle College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartlett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middle College High School?
The graduation rate of Middle College High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middle College High School?
333 students attend Middle College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Middle College High School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle College High School?
Middle College High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Middle College High School offer ?
Middle College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle College High School part of?
Middle College High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle College High School located?
Middle College High School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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