School Overview
Colonial Middle School is a public school located in the East Memphis area, operating under the jurisdiction of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. Situated on Colonial Road, the school serves a diverse student population in the 38117 zip code, providing a foundational middle school experience that bridges the transition between elementary and high school education. As part of the larger MSCS system, the school follows the district’s standardized curriculum and strategic initiatives aimed at improving student achievement and fostering a supportive learning environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community and utilizes the district’s comprehensive digital resources to keep parents and students informed about academic policies, extracurricular programs, and school operations. By leveraging the tools provided through the main MSCS portal, Colonial Middle focuses on equipping its students with essential academic skills, social development, and preparation for future academic challenges in high school. The school continues to be a central neighborhood institution, reflecting the broader mission of Memphis-Shelby County Schools to provide equitable educational opportunities for all students in the region.
1,034
Total Students
61.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Colonial Middle
Demographic Student Count
White34
Hispanic414
Black529
Asian4
Two or More53
  • Black
    529 (51.2%)
  • Hispanic
    414 (40.0%)
  • Two or More
    53 (5.1%)
  • White
    34 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Phone: (901)416-8980
Website: http://schools.scsk12.org/colonial-ms
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,034
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 61.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 323
Grade 7 360
Grade 8 351

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Colonial Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6323
Grade 7360
Grade 8351
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Colonial Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54752.9%
Male48747.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)