Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Circles Of Success Learning Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circles Of Success Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Circles Of Success Learning Academy's student population of 217 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Circles Of Success Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circles Of Success Learning Academy is 0.00, 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
#1418 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
100%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Circles Of Success Learning Academy's ranking?
Circles Of Success Learning Academy is ranked #1418 out of 1,728 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Circles Of Success Learning Academy?
217 students attend Circles Of Success Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Circles Of Success Learning Academy students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Circles Of Success Learning Academy?
Circles Of Success Learning Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Circles Of Success Learning Academy offer ?
Circles Of Success Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circles Of Success Learning Academy part of?
Circles Of Success Learning Academy is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Circles Of Success Learning Academy located?
Circles Of Success Learning Academy is located in the South Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 11 other public schools located in South Memphis.
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