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Circles of Success Learning Academy

Charter | K-5 | 207 students

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5 stars

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Posted October 16, 2012

I am very impressed by the leadership and academic focus of this school! I had an opportunity to speak with the administrative team and I really appreciate the care that was expressed in regards to students and families.


Posted October 13, 2011

This is a unique setting for studens who have traditionally not been successful in the local school they were assigned to. The staff is caring and works with each student on an individual basis. The growth shown in one year academicallyy, emotionally, socially and culturally is phenominal. The principal is top notch and fostrers an atmospher of cooperation between students, parent, teachers, administration, guardians, grandparents and any community persons willing to make a significant positive contribution to this school enviornment. Character education and the arts are included in the curriculum.


Posted April 8, 2010

From the Principal, to the admnistration down to the students, C.O.S.L.A. is one of a kind. The focus on academics and leadership is astounding and the support of the parents is encouraged and welcomed. I would insist, that anyone that is considering a school for their elementary aged child/children, take a good long look at C.O.S.L.A. and you will not be disappointed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 9, 2008

My son has been in this school since day one and I love it. the Teachers are 'Great' and the Principal is 'Awesome' and the students are 'Super'. The curriculum is very challenging for the students and that is what makes it good for the kids, keeps them from getting bored with school so easily.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

36 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
23%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 46% in 2012.

36 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
19%

2010

 
 
18%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

36 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
17%

2010

 
 
33%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
24%

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
5%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 48% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
18%

2011

 
 
23%

2010

 
 
24%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
12%

2011

 
 
13%

2010

 
 
3%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
32%

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
5%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
52%

2010

 
 
15%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
5%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students42%
African American43%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged46%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students31%
African American32%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged35%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students28%
African American29%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged27%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students24%
African American25%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged20%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students18%
African American19%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged20%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students12%
African American13%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged15%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students32%
African American33%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged38%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students30%
African American31%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged33%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students16%
African American17%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged21%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 99% 25%
Hispanic 1% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 2%
White N/A 68%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 72%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 24N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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867 South Parkway East
Memphis, TN 38106
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Phone: (901) 322-7978

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