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.
Memphis Rise Academy
Charter Middle, High School
|
Grade 6-10
5221 Raleigh Lagrange Rd,
Memphis, TN
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
B+
B
B
C+
B
B-
B+
Source: Niche
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
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
60%
State Average
56.3%
Math
35.6%
State Average
32.2%
Science
35.7%
State Average
37%
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%
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
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.
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
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!!!!!
6/11/2021
blek blek blek blek blek blek blek
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...
Agents Specializing Near This School
-
Chris Miller
Chris Miller
Crye-Leike Elite
(731) 202-4137
196 Total Sales
2 Near This School
$325K - $510K Price Range
-
Max Rubenstein
Max Rubenstein
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams
(901) 437-6525
89 Total Sales
45 Near This School
$215K - $1.5M Price Range
-
Rasheedah Jones
Rasheedah Jones
Dreamteam Realty Co
(901) 509-9429
45 Total Sales
7 Near This School
$25K - $485K Price Range
-
Amy Woods
Amy Woods
Crye-Leike, Inc., REALTORS
(901) 295-3319
100 Total Sales
32 Near This School
$40K - $900K Price Range
-
Anna Thomas
Anna Thomas
Keller Williams
(901) 979-5621
14 Total Sales
7 Near This School
$75K - $455K Price Range
-
Todd Adams
Todd Adams
Keller Williams
(901) 509-9125
119 Total Sales
38 Near This School
$53K - $1.4M Price Range
Map
List Price Range
$91K - $360K
Homes For Sale
71
Average Home Value
$172,413
Median Lot Size
10,018 Sq Ft
% Renters
63%
Average Household Income
$58,386
% of College Grads
14%
Median Age
33
Average House Size
1,636 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
72.2%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Raleigh Bartlett Meadows Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
John F Kennedy Park
Central Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Harry C Pierotti Park
Willingham Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Community Center
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Berclair
A cozy suburb known for its diverse restaurant selection
Douglass
Close-knit Memphis community named after famous abolitionist
Hyde Park
Memphis suburb with accessible housing opportunities
Frayser
A neighborhood packed with history undergoing revitalization
Bartlett
A self-sufficient city 20 minutes outside downtown Memphis
Hollywood
Residential area near Memphis and the Wolf River
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 $172,413. 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.