Memphis Rise Academy

Memphis Rise Academy

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 6-10
5221 Raleigh Lagrange Rd,  Memphis, TN
4.3
3.7
759 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Memphis Rise Academy is a public charter middle and high school located just on the edge of Bartlett, Tennessee. Each year, the schools enroll approximately 760 students in Grades 6-12 from the northeast Memphis communities. The mission of the Academy is to provide students with an excellent education and to encourage them to pursue ambitious goals so that they succeed in college. Students who want to expand their knowledge or get that extra boost before college can take advantage of the Student Resource Hub, where there’s a wide range of options to get help with scholarship information or elective courses. There’s even the Homework PowerHour, a quiet place where students can get their homework done, or even get an extra hand with their assignments. There are several clubs and organizations offered at the Memphis Rise Academy, including Bytes & Bots, where students can learn to code and create their own video games. A few others are the National Honor Society, Philosophy Club, and the Medical Explorers of Tomorrow. Visit the school’s website at www.memphisrise.org/ to schedule a tour or to learn more about the Memphis Rise Academy, a place where students get involved, take pride in their school and create their own traditions.

School Details

Head of School
Jack Vuylsteke
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
30%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
30%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
61
Full Time Teachers
61
Teachers in First or Second Year
53.1%
College Prep
Average ACT
20
Math
20
English
20
Reading
20
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
60%
State Average
56.3%
Math
35.6%
State Average
32.2%
Science
35.7%
State Average
37%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
761:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.1%
Female
49.9%
Hispanic
73.2%
Black
20.9%
White
2.7%
Two or more races
2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Best Charter MS in Tennessee
#3 Best Charter HS in Tennessee
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Memphis 90 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 36 Students
Rhodes College 29 Students
Tennessee State University 23 Students
Christian Brothers University 23 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 20 Students
Vanderbilt University 20 Students
University of Kentucky 12 Students
Fisk University 12 Students
Alabama A&M University 11 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 24 Students
Business 22 Students
Biology 18 Students
Psychology 13 Students
Architecture 10 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 7 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 6 Students
Real Estate 6 Students
Criminology 5 Students
Chemistry 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 8 Reviews
3.0 Senior
2/6/2025
My experience at Memphis Rise Academy has been full of triumphant jubilations as well as some bumpy patches. The staff is full of gems that truly care for your educational furtherance, and the environment allows you to freely explore your own creative interests. There are a wide variety of activities hosted by the school, aimed to bring together the community.
5.0 Senior
1/22/2021
Memphis Rise Academy offers students an exciting opportunity at college readiness. It is a very personalized school, where students can truly learn in a way that is specific to them.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 3 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/27/2021
I am so thankful that I rode down Raleigh Lagrange back in 2015 and saw Memphis Rise Academy, hats off to Mr. V!!!!!
1.0 teacher
6/11/2021
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5.0 parent
7/29/2015
I want to thank the entire staff at Memphis Rise! The things you have helped my daughter do last year, related to her personal and educational goals were astounding! My daughter was one of the "founding" 6th graders that attended Memphis Rise Academy for the 2014-2015 School year. I can not express...

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Memphis Rise Academy is a charter school for students in grades 6-10 in Memphis, TN and is served by the Shelby County Schools in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 759 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 30% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Memphis Rise Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 87%, and the average ACT score is 20. The average home value in this area is $172,704. Discover additional schools in the area, like Central Baptist School, Craigmont High School, Bartlett High School, and more. Learn more about what Memphis has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Memphis Rise Academy.

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