American Way Middle vs Sheffield High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Way Middle
Memphis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
693 students
Sheffield High
Memphis · Public high · Grades 9–12
516 students
| Measure | American Way Middle Memphis, Tennessee | Sheffield High Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 1 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #300 of 307 | #279 of 321 |
| National rank | #15362 of 15,369 | #16799 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 693 | 516 |
| Enrollment | 693 | 516 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 9% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 12% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheffield High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (6.2 vs 1.2).
- •Sheffield High does better on math proficiency (12% vs 7%).
- •Sheffield High does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 9%).
- •American Way Middle is the larger school with 693 students compared with 516.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is American Way Middle better than Sheffield High?
On the Success Index (US), Sheffield High ranks higher (6.2 vs 1.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are American Way Middle and Sheffield High?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Way Middle: 693. Sheffield High: 516. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Way Middle and Sheffield High rank in Tennessee?
American Way Middle is 300th of 307 and Sheffield High is 279th of 321 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).