News Summary
A recent report highlights the top public middle schools in the Memphis metro area, emphasizing academic performance and student environment. Stacker leveraged data from Niche to rank these institutions based on various factors, including academics, teacher quality, and cultural diversity. The rankings provide valuable insights for parents seeking quality education options for grades 6-8, showcasing schools like Collierville and Germantown that excel in fostering positive learning environments.
Memphis
A recent report has unveiled the top public middle schools in the Memphis metro area, highlighting educational institutions that stand out for their academic performance and overall student environment. Stacker compiled the rankings using data from Niche, a platform known for providing insights on schools and districts across the United States.
The ranking process involved analyzing several weighted factors that influence school ratings, including academics grade, teachers grade, district overall grade, culture and diversity grade, and feedback from parent and student surveys. The results indicate which schools are excelling in providing quality education for grades 6-8, with some schools accommodating earlier grades such as K-8 or 5-9.
Top Ranked Schools
The following institutions received the highest ratings in the Memphis metro area:
- Collierville Schools, TN
Enrollment: 785
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Niche Grade: A- - DeSoto County School District, MS
Enrollment: 1,005
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Niche Grade: A- - DeSoto County School District, MS
Enrollment: 1,147
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
Niche Grade: A- - Bartlett City Schools, TN
Enrollment: 693
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
Niche Grade: A - Collierville Schools, TN
Enrollment: 1,360
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Niche Grade: A - Germantown Municipal School District, TN
Enrollment: 1,164
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Niche Grade: A - Bartlett City Schools, TN
Enrollment: 602
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Niche Grade: A - Lakeland School System, TN
Enrollment: 1,099
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Niche Grade: A - Germantown Municipal School District, TN
Enrollment: 886
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
Niche Grade: A - Arlington Community Schools, TN
Enrollment: 976
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
Niche Grade: A
Enrollment and Teacher-Student Ratios
Enrollment numbers among the top schools vary, ranging from as few as 602 students to as many as 1,360. The student-teacher ratios also differ, with Collierville leading with a favorable ratio of 15:1 in its smaller schools and Germantown showing exceptional ratios of 14:1, ensuring more personalized attention for each student.
Importance of the Rankings
The ranking serves as a valuable resource for parents looking to make informed decisions about their child’s education. These rankings reflect not only the academic prowess of the institutions but also the quality of teaching and the cultural environment, providing a comprehensive view of the educational landscape.
Background on Public Middle Schools
Public middle schools play a critical role in preparing students for high school and beyond. As such, the evaluations from Niche are vital for highlighting which schools effectively foster learning and growth. The ranking methodology places significant importance on various educational factors that together contribute to an institution’s effectiveness and overall atmosphere.
In conclusion, the education of young individuals is an essential element of the community in Memphis. The top public middle schools not only reflect the standards of the local educational landscape but also set a benchmark for academic excellence in the region. As these institutions continue to strive for improvement, these rankings provide a clear picture of where each stands in terms of quality education.
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- Citizen Tribune: Best Public Middle Schools in Memphis Metro
- Local Memphis: 2025 TCAP Results Show Improvement
- Tennessee Lookout: State Renews Charter for Wooddale Middle School
- Fox 13 Memphis: Memphis Shelby County Schools Closed Due to Snow
- Action News 5: Humes Middle School Could Become New Creative Arts School
- Wikipedia: Education in the United States
- Google Search: Memphis Education News
- Google Scholar: Memphis Middle Schools
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Education
- Google News: Memphis Schools
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