Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-8, J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School's student population of 432 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence
School Rankings
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is 0.13, 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
#183 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
93%
20%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School's ranking?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is ranked #183 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School often compared to?
J. P. Freeman Elementary 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School?
432 students attend J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School offer ?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School part of?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School located?
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle School is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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