Serving 330 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati's student population of 330 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati 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 Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati is 0.13, 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
#1423 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
93%
21%
White
1%
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
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Dance, Drill Team, Soccer, Track
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- OUR VISION:The vision of SOUTHERN AVENUE CHARTER SCHOOL is to be Tennessee's best charter elementary school encompassing a safe and nurturing environment, strong parental involvement, and rigorous academics.
- MISSION: To educate the "Whole Child" to experience physical,mental, academic success through a variety of research-based, data-driven teaching methods; to lay the foundation for the child to perform successfully in college. Enabling the child to become a productive citizen in society.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati's ranking?
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati is ranked #1423 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati?
330 students attend Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati?
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati offer ?
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati part of?
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
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