The top reported proficiency rate is 19% in Social studies. The lowest is 11% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Treadwell Middle School
Treadwell Middle School serves sixth through eighth grade in the Memphis-Shelby County Schools system. It is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet school. The student body is predominantly Hispanic, followed by a substantial Black population, with small numbers of white students, students identifying as two or more races, Asian students, and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students. The school is located near the N Highland Street and Summer Avenue area of Memphis, inside the city limits.
State testing results from the most recent assessment year are available, and they show that proficiency rates across math, English language arts, science, and social studies are well below the midpoint among middle schools districtwide. When compared to other districts across Shelby County, Treadwell Middle School’s overall proficiency index sits in the bottom quartile. A large majority of tested students scored below the proficient cut point in each subject. Participation rates were high, above the state threshold, so the results reflect a near-complete picture of the tested student body. Because the school serves middle grades only, there is no graduation rate to report, and that metric was not applicable for comparison.
The school’s enrollment is what would be considered moderate for a middle school setting. Grade-level counts are distributed in a fairly even way across sixth, seventh, and eighth grades, with slightly more students in seventh grade and slightly fewer in eighth. The data available did not include information on the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, students with disabilities, or English learners, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about the prevalence of those supports and services. No information was provided about course access, staffing ratios, or discipline metrics, and none of that data was available in the profile.
Housing in the immediate zip code around Treadwell Middle School is below the national median home value by a measurable margin. Rents are also modest relative to national benchmarks. The mortgage-to-rent calculation suggests that for many families, renting may be the more affordable option month to month, though that comparison depends heavily on down payment and credit circumstances. Home values in this part of Memphis have shown a slight decline year over year, contrasting with small gains at the state and national levels.
Memphis, as the city context, offers a range of civic amenities. The Mississippi River is a defining feature, and downtown parks such as Tom Lee Park underwent a major renovation in recent years. Shelby Farms Park, in the eastern part of the city, is among the larger urban parks in the country, and Overton Park near midtown houses the Memphis Zoo. Beale Street remains a cultural anchor. Public transit is available through the Memphis Area Transit Authority, whose board members are appointed by the mayor. Cultural institutions including the National Civil Rights Museum, Graceland, Sun Studio, and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music are located within the city. The FedExForum hosts the NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies.
The school’s parent district, Memphis-Shelby County Schools, has been engaged in publicly reported discussions around school closures and facility planning under initiatives described as the Reimagining 901 plan, as well as a referendum on a property tax increase in prior years. The specific implications for Treadwell Middle School were not detailed in the data provided. A parent looking into this school may want to ask district or school leadership about any plans that could affect the building or attendance boundaries.
Overall, Treadwell Middle School presents as a mid-sized urban middle school where state achievement results are low relative to local and county peers. The student population is diverse, with a Hispanic-majority enrollment. The surrounding housing market is relatively affordable compared to national figures. The broader Memphis context offers cultural and recreational resources, though the school’s place within ongoing district reorganization efforts is not clear from the available information. Families evaluating this school would benefit from a direct conversation with school staff about academic supports, programming, and any upcoming changes.
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