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97% Graduation Rate
100% College Acceptance Rate
100% ACT Participation Rate
1600+ Students Enrolled
Top 10 ACT Composite Score in MSCS

Our Mission

Each student is empowered to succeed in college and career by:

Mastering a rigorous, STEM-focused curriculum,
Experiencing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment,
Receiving individual academic, social, and emotional support,
Working alongside families and community partners.

Colors: Blue, Red, White | Mascot: Eagle | Motto: Soaring to Excellence

S: Service | O: Opportunity | A: Achievement | R: Responsibility

Memphis School of Excellence Presents our annual BOOK FAIR!

BOOK FAIR November 18th - 22nd MSE Mendenhall

Monday, November 18th: Breakfast with Books 9:30am - 10:30am Families can have breakfast with their child and shop at the book fair, We will be serving a selection of breakfast pastries.

Thursday, November 21st: Sweets and Stories 3:30pm - 5:30pm Sweet Treats Bar: We will be serving a selection of treats such as cookies, cupcakes, hot chocolate, or fruit snacks that you can enjoy while listening to stories.

Mystery Readers Needed

Literacy is key to student success! We invite you to support our school’s literacy efforts by reading to our PreK-5 students each Friday from 8:00–8:30 a.m. Studies show that early literacy is essential, yet only 40% of Tennessee third graders read proficiently. If you’re interested, please use the QR code on our flyer to sign up and inspire our young readers!

MEMPHIS SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE- MENDENHALL HOODIE SALE!!!

Purchase your MSE Hoodie: Cost $25
MUST preorder September 11th - 30th
Pre-Order Forms and Money can be given to homeroom teacher and front office! Cash and Card accepted.

NOW ACCEPTING 2024-2025 Applications

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$Principal\'s Message$

Principal's Message

Dear MSE family,

I am thrilled to welcome you to another exciting school year at Memphis School of Excellence Middle (MSEM)! As many of you know, I have been a part of the MSE family for the past 8 years, serving as a counselor to many of your children who have since graduated. I am honored and excited to now serve as the principal of MSEM.
Our school is truly a family-oriented community, and it has been a joy to see the younger siblings of students I previously worked with join us at MSEM. I believe in the power of our strong community—together, we are truly better.
At MSEM, we are committed to data-driven instruction and are proud to be a STEM-focused school. Our goal is to ensure that every student leaves us ready to excel in high school and beyond. I am passionate about education, and I firmly believe that children don't care how much you know until they know how much you care. With this in mind, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where every student can thrive.
As we embark on this new school year, I am excited about the opportunities and experiences that await us. Please feel free to reach out to me via email or contact the school if you have any questions or if you would simply like to connect. I look forward to working with each of you and making this a wonderful year at MSEM!

Sincerely,

Relista Ward, Ed.S

MSEM PreK-8th Principal