Overview

Ida B Wells Academy is a public school in Memphis, TN. It is one of 287 schools in Shelby County Schools.

School Rating

Ida B Wells Academy is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Tennessee with the same grade levels.
6/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

995 South Lauderdale Street
Memphis, TN 38126
School leader: Dr Tarcia Parrish
(901) 416-3210
(901) 416-3205
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