Memphis Merit Academy vs Overton High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memphis Merit Academy
Memphis · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
424 students
Overton High
Memphis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,417 students
| Measure | Memphis Merit Academy Memphis, Tennessee | Overton High Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #272 of 321 |
| National rank | – | #16759 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 424 | 1,417 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 1,417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 4% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Overton High is the larger school with 1,417 students compared with 424.
- •Memphis Merit Academy is a charter school while Overton High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Memphis Merit Academy better than Overton High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Memphis Merit Academy and Overton High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memphis Merit Academy: 424. Overton High: 1,417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memphis Merit Academy and Overton High rank in Tennessee?
Memphis Merit Academy is unranked and Overton High is 272nd of 321 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).