2023 Best Public Middle Schools in Shelby County

• Germantown Municipal School District, TN•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.75 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: The teachers are fantastic, almost all the students are courteous and kind, and expectations are high. Excellent School.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,219

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Lakeland School System, TN•

• 5-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle School Student: Unlike many public schools LMPS is a Well-rounded place for children of all walks of life! The academics are wonderful! I cannot say enough nice things about the administration and staff! Looking forward to Lakeland High School being built so my child can stay with his classmates and continue in such a warm, loving, positive environment!... Read 4 reviews

• grade A

• Students 855

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Germantown Municipal School District, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• Students 928

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Bartlett City Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 1 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• Students 608

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Arlington Community Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Middle School Student: I have been a student in Arlington Schools for 9 years and with my experience AMS and really all Arlington schools provides great education for all students regardless of learning differences. As a gifted student I have had many great experiences and I have friend who do not have learning differences and they agree that the teachers give us a great education. The teachers really care about you and know how to handle a classroom responsibly and respectfully. You can choose from 5 day band, 5day orchestra, 5 day chorus, 3 day PE 2 day art or 3 day art 2 day PE. There are also many after school activities. If you would like to learn more I suggest looking on the school website.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 961

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Bartlett City Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Middle School Student: Very good middle school! Diverse community, many extracurriculars to choose from, amazing teachers, and rigorous academics.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 745

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Collierville Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Middle School Student: Education wise everything here is excellent. Teachers are pretty good, although a few of them are below average. Student culture though is absolutely horrible. A lot of people engage in underage smoking+vaping. They are also unmotivated to get good grades. And there is quite a bit of bullying. Overall it’s a good school just be ready for the students.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 792

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Collierville Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Freshman: I had a great there but one of my teachers in eighth grade was a little rude and biased. but overall my experience there was great. they have also have a variety of clubs so that children can get involved. they also get you ready for high school and college. they also offer higher level of classes for students who are faster than others.... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• Students 1,295

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Sophomore: I was a founder at Maxine Smith STEAM Academy. This means that I attended the school in it’s first year. We were the trial group of students. The experience went smoother than expected. The administration and staff were well trained before the start of the first school year. Maxine Smith STEAM Academy is great for a student interested in any STEM area of foucus and the arts.... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• Students 372

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: White Station is a very good school. They school culture really encourage the students best. My student feels challenge to so his best. The teachers communicate very well. They keep both the students and the parents informed.... Read 4 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,227

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Bartlett City Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

• grade B+

• Students 745

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Alum: As an alumnus of JPF, i feel it offered me an excellent education compared to my cohorts. My son may be attending soon.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B

• Students 652

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: The school is located in an isolated community which provide an excellent safe environment for students to learn in. The Admin staff is helpful and wonderful to work along side in your child's school career. Teachers love their job and all their students. From the time I put my kids on the bus, to being in the classroom throughout the day or on a field trip, I have no doubt that they are safe and in good hands. I love my kids school.... Read 1 review

• grade B

• Students 327

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-12

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  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Junior: I like how my teachers have always been supportive and have helped me every step of the way. The staff at Memphis Rise Academy are the most generous people I have ever met, they are always putting the kids first and making sure they have everything they need to succeed in school and for their future.... Read 3 reviews

• grade B

• Students 767

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 2 out of 5  4 reviews

High School Senior: I have been at this school for almost four years and it has become apart of my life. I love our school spirit and being with my classmates each and every day of the week. I love the activities they have each and every week for the students.... Read 4 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 808

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  51 reviews

Senior: I have attended MSE since 6th grade. The teachers and administrators are very qualified and are certified in varies areas of studies. The classes are small, which it makes it much easier to have that one-one-time with your teacher. The teachers WANT the student to learn! I’m so happy and Blessed that my parents made the right choice with MSE! The Best of the BEST!... Read 51 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 555

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Millington, TN•

• 6-8

• grade B minus

• Students 564

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.38 out of 5  34 reviews

Alum: I always would say I appreciated the advance work they would give us. However, I don’t think they prepared us socially for college. There were always certain rules and you didn’t have a lot of time to be social with others. Some “punishments” would be taking things away that gave us that social time with others. It would be very frustrating and stressful.... Read 34 reviews

• grade B minus

• Students 834

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  24 reviews

Middle School Student: Definitely a great school. I have been going here since third grade. Their optional program is awesome!... Read 24 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 1,305

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3.05 out of 5  22 reviews

Alum: My experience at Power Center Academy Middle School was an excellent and mind opening experience for the challenges of high school. this school has really made to where I am today. Even though, there were a few problems with the building and getting a plethora of clubs and activities. Overall, Power Center Academy Middle School was one of the best middle school's I have ever studied at.... Read 22 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 456

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  84 reviews

Alum: I’ve been going to Soulsville since the sixth grade. I’ve gain a lot memories and bonds that I’ve never thought I would experience, plus gain some new knowledge and opportunities to better me for the future. If you want to going to a college ready school with a guarantee of going to college I recommend going here.... Read 84 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 641

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

High School Sophomore: I never really had problems with anyone at the school. I had a wonderful time there. There might have been some people that had problems of me, but I really didn't care. All I cared about was that I was part of an amazing choral group that I would go back to in a heartbeat. I also cared about my grades too, of course. I even loved the before and after care services that I took part in. Ms. Erika Frober was an amazing coordinator, and I know she would say the same of me as a student. The snacks we had could've been better though, but we had field trips and took part in decorating for school dances. We also had our own parties: birthdays, Halloween, Christmas, and end of the semester parties. If I could start that experience over, I wouldn't change a thing.... Read 3 reviews

• grade C+

• Students 1,078

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.71 out of 5  7 reviews

High School Senior: I would choose this school again because I was not the average student to attend there. I was able to find life long friends at this school from many different backgrounds. The principal there, Kevin Malone, also made sure it stayed on top of everyone! He watched out for us as if we were his own kids. His daughter even attended the school while I was there, but honestly we all could have been his children. The teachers always make sure we are engaged. They are very understanding and always are there for help. My favorite experience there was me participating in the talent show. I rapped, but everyone enjoyed it. People even made signs for me! My second favorite experience was also playing on the soccer team. What makes this school unique is that it was so big, but it was truly a family. I would choose this school all over again because of the family environment that they made ever so present.... Read 7 reviews

• grade C

• Students 573

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Middle School Student: It shows so muck memorys an happness there friends are super nice we laugh alot but always have each other back... Read 2 reviews

• grade C

• Students 385

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Shelby County Schools, TN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 1 out of 5  1 review

• grade C

• Students 392

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1