Serving 268 students in grades 6-8, University Middle 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 32% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
University Middle School's student population of 268 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 136% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
University Middle 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 University Middle School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
32%
21%
White
53%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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 University Middle School's ranking?
University Middle School is ranked #426 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are University Middle School often compared to?
University Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Station Middle School, Maxine Smith Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend University Middle School?
268 students attend University Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of University Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Middle School?
University Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does University Middle School offer ?
University Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University Middle School part of?
University Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
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