Kirby Middle School vs Memphis Business Academy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Tennessee, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kirby Middle School
Memphis · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
402 students
Memphis Business Academy Middle
Memphis · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
399 students
| Measure | Kirby Middle School Memphis, Tennessee | Memphis Business Academy Middle Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 2 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 307 | #262 of 307 |
| National rank | #15358 of 15,369 | #15303 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 402 | 399 |
| Enrollment | 402 | 399 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 9% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 17% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Memphis Business Academy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (5.5 vs 1.5).
- •Memphis Business Academy Middle does better on math proficiency (17% vs 8%).
- •Memphis Business Academy Middle does better on reading proficiency (12% vs 9%).
- •Kirby Middle School is the larger school with 402 students compared with 399.
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 Kirby Middle School better than Memphis Business Academy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Memphis Business Academy Middle ranks higher (5.5 vs 1.5 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 Kirby Middle School and Memphis Business Academy Middle?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kirby Middle School: 402. Memphis Business Academy Middle: 399. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kirby Middle School and Memphis Business Academy Middle rank in Tennessee?
Kirby Middle School is 298th of 307 and Memphis Business Academy Middle is 262nd of 307 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).