Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School

Achievement School District
659 N Manassas ST
Memphis, TN 38107
Charter School 193 Students
Not reported M - M
School Overview
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School, located in the historic North Memphis neighborhood, serves as a vital educational pillar for the community. Operating within the Memphis-Shelby County Schools district, the academy is dedicated to preparing students for the rigors of high school and beyond by fostering an environment centered on academic discipline, personal character, and critical thinking. The school takes great pride in its deep historical roots, occupying a building that is a significant landmark in Memphis history, having once educated musical legend Elvis Presley.

Beyond its historical legacy, Humes Preparatory Academy focuses on a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science, often utilizing small-group instruction to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school culture is built around high expectations and a commitment to restorative practices, aiming to cultivate a supportive atmosphere where students feel safe and empowered. By partnering with local community organizations and families, Humes strives to provide a well-rounded middle school experience that equips students with the social and academic skills necessary for long-term success.
193
Total Students
10.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    190 (98.4%)
  • Two or More
    2 (1.0%)
  • Hispanic
    1 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Closed
School Level: Not reported
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Achievement School District
Phone: (901)443-7575
Grade Range: M - M
Total Students: 193
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 10.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.3
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 55
Grade 7 71
Grade 8 67
Gender Ratio