The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Tennessee state average of 35%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students (09-10)
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)n/a
6%
Black
(09-10)100%
24%
White
(09-10)n/a
68%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Shelby County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Grizzlies Academy?
50 students attend Grizzlies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Grizzlies Academy students are Black.
What grades does Grizzlies Academy offer ?
Grizzlies Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Grizzlies Academy part of?
Grizzlies Academy is part of Shelby County School District.
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