MEMPHIS BUSINESS ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Memphis Business Academy Middle is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 451 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Memphis Business Academy Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Memphis Business Academy (MBA) Middle, located on Overton Crossing in North Memphis, is part of a charter school network dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education with a specific focus on business and entrepreneurship. The school’s curriculum is designed to integrate traditional academic subjects with practical business principles, aiming to equip students with the leadership, financial literacy, and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in a global economy. By emphasizing professional development early on, MBA Middle strives to cultivate a sense of civic responsibility and career readiness in its student body.

Beyond its academic core, Memphis Business Academy Middle fosters a supportive environment that prioritizes character development and community engagement. As an open-enrollment charter school, it serves as a key educational option for families in the Memphis area who are seeking an alternative to the traditional district-run middle schools. The institution places a strong emphasis on maintaining high expectations for student conduct and academic performance, encouraging its scholars to become innovators and future leaders within their respective communities.

For more information, contact Memphis Business Academy Middle at (901) 357-2711 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.