B. T. Washington High vs Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 934 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B. T. Washington High
Memphis · Public high · Grades 6–12
436 students
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS
Memphis · Public elementary · Grades K–8
99 students
| Measure | B. T. Washington High Memphis, Tennessee | Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 321 | #728 of 913 |
| National rank | #16737 of 16,910 | #48010 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 436 | 99 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 99 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.2 vs 7.8).
- •Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •B. T. Washington High is the larger school with 436 students compared with 99.
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 B. T. Washington High better than Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS?
On the Success Index (US), Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS ranks higher (14.2 vs 7.8 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 B. T. Washington High and Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS?
About 934 m in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B. T. Washington High: 436. Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS: 99. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B. T. Washington High and Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS rank in Tennessee?
B. T. Washington High is 268th of 321 and Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS is 728th of 913 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).