POWER CENTER ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL

Power Center 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 459 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 21 teachers, Power Center Academy Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Power Center Academy Middle (PCA Middle), located on Winchester Road in Memphis, is a public charter school operated by the Gestalt Community Schools network. Serving students in the Hickory Hill area, the school is built on a mission to prepare scholars for college and career success through a rigorous academic curriculum and a focus on character development. As part of the Gestalt model, the school emphasizes small class sizes, high expectations for student behavior, and a structured learning environment designed to bridge the opportunity gap for students in the Memphis community.

Beyond traditional academics, Power Center Academy Middle integrates a "community-centric" approach, viewing the school as a hub for local development and family engagement. The school’s programming often highlights a commitment to developing well-rounded individuals by fostering leadership skills and personal responsibility. By combining intensive instruction with a supportive school culture, PCA Middle aims to ensure that its graduates are not only prepared for the academic challenges of high school but are also equipped with the social and critical-thinking skills necessary for long-term success in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Power Center Academy Middle at (901) 333-6874 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.