Maxine Smith STEAM Academy vs Middle College High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 18 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maxine Smith STEAM Academy
Memphis · Public middle · Grades 6–8
439 students
Middle College High
Memphis · Public high · Grades 9–12
304 students
| Measure | Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis, Tennessee | Middle College High Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 94 Top 5% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3 of 307 | #19 of 321 |
| National rank | #92 of 15,369 | #5565 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 439 | 304 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 304 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 52% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maxine Smith STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.7 vs 61.0).
- •Maxine Smith STEAM Academy does better on math proficiency (84% vs 52%).
- •Maxine Smith STEAM Academy does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •Maxine Smith STEAM Academy is the larger school with 439 students compared with 304.
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 Maxine Smith STEAM Academy better than Middle College High?
On the Success Index (US), Maxine Smith STEAM Academy ranks higher (93.7 vs 61.0 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 Maxine Smith STEAM Academy and Middle College High?
About 18 m in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maxine Smith STEAM Academy: 439. Middle College High: 304. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maxine Smith STEAM Academy and Middle College High rank in Tennessee?
Maxine Smith STEAM Academy is 3rd of 307 and Middle College High is 19th of 321 among middle schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).