Serving 323 students in grades 6-8, Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast 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 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast's student population of 323 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
10 teachers
School Rankings
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1647 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
83%
20%
Two or more races
2%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast's ranking?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is ranked #1647 out of 1,728 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast?
323 students attend Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast offer ?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast part of?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast located?
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast is located in the Lakes of Forest Hill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakes of Forest Hill.
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