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College Success Award
The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Shelby County Schools
109,797 students | MEMPHIS, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 287 schools -
Achievement School District
5,966 students | NASHVILLE, TN
Grades PK, K-12 | 33 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Memphis
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Current student
August 04, 2025
In my opinion, this school is not a good place for learning. As a student here, I see constant issues every day. Teachers often pretend to teach only when the principal or staff are nearby, and the... More
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Chickasaw Junior High School
Parent / Guardian
June 21, 2025
I've been really pleased with our experience at PDS since enrolling our son in pre-kindergarten (he's now entering first grade). The school creates a supportive environment where he's excited to go... More
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Presbyterian Day School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 09, 2025
(Former employee) This is one of the worst ran schools in Memphis. The principal (Fleming) is very dismissive and disrespectful towards certain staff/students. This principal doesn’t support from... More
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Highland Oaks Middle School