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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

In loving memory of our Board President, Dr. Richard Potts

Dear MSE Community,

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our Board President, Dr. Richard Potts.

Dr. Potts was a dedicated advocate for education and a strong supporter of Memphis School of Excellence. His leadership and service have made a lasting impact on our schools and students.

Please keep his family in your thoughts during this difficult time. We will share details about any memorial arrangements as they become available.

Sincerely,

MSE Mendenhall VILS User Agreement/Acceptable Use Policy/Digital Citizenship Agreement

Before students can receive their Verizon devices, both students and parents must complete the 2025–2026 MSE Mendenhall VILS User Agreement.

To help streamline the process and reduce wait times during the Back to School Bash / Student Orientation we recommend parents use this link to complete the User Agreement in advance.

Back to School at MSE Mendenhall

We are excited to welcome our students back for the 2025-2026 school year! Please see the flyer for our Back to School Orientation dates and times. Let's continue to soar!

📚 Ready, Set, Stock Up! Your 25–26 School Supply List Awaits

It's time to get prepared for an exciting new school year!
Our 2025–2026 School Supply List is now available to help families stock up on everything students need to succeed. From pencils to notebooks, make sure your child is ready to SOAR from day one. Click below to view or download your grade-level list!

NOW ACCEPTING 2025-2026 Applications

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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