Serving 754 students in grades 6-8, Havenview Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Havenview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Havenview Middle School's student population of 754 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Havenview Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Havenview Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1649 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
94%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Havenview Middle School's ranking?
Havenview Middle School is ranked #1649 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Havenview Middle School?
754 students attend Havenview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Havenview Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Havenview Middle School?
Havenview Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Havenview Middle School offer ?
Havenview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Havenview Middle School part of?
Havenview Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Havenview Middle School located?
Havenview Middle School is located in the Whitehaven View neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Whitehaven View.
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