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White Station Middle School in Memphis, Tennessee

White Station Middle School Detail

(901) 416-2184
5465 Mason Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
Levels: 6-8
District: Memphis City Schools


White Station Middle School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Black, non-Hispanic:34.43% (2008)
Hispanic:5.92% (2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:9.47% (2008)
Native American or Native Alaskan:0.27% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:49.91% (2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:18.3% (2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:20.86% (2008)

White Station Middle School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating5
Average Principals Rating4
Average Teachers Rating4
Average Activities Rating4
Average Parents Rating4
Average Safety Rating5

White Station Middle School Reviews

Im a student at wsms and this is my first year and i love it the teachers,and staff or the best in the whole world and i couldnt ask for more im in the 8th grade and i love it im in the traditional program my teachers are mrs.Reed,
This review was posted by a student.

It is one of the top rated schools in Memphis.
This review was posted by a parent.

I'm a student at WSMS and I love it! I'm in the 'traditional' program and it's only a name. I could be in the optional program, because my scores are very high, but I do not want to be considered as a snob or RUDE!!! WSM is a place where anyone can learn! The teachers love their students and wants everyone to succeed. If the optional teachers would learn a little RESPECT, people would have nothing but good things to say about the school in these reviews!
This review was posted by a student.

I am an Optional student at White Station Middle School (WSMS). Compared to most Memphis City Schools, WSMS is the best choice. The school has wonderful TCAP scores, and great reviews. Most of the students seem to love it. So why not send your child there? WSMS has a difficult Optional program to enter. The administrators only look at the English and Math sections of TCAP when making their decision. Children who excel in science or social studies are completely over looked. If you do manage to enroll your child into the Optional program, beware: your child may become a discriminative snob. Not discriminating against race or religion, but against those in the Traditional program. Upon entering the Optional program, even the nicest of people begin to become haughty. If you overlook the fact that the administration ignores some students who shine and students who discriminate against those in not as prestigious programs, White Station Middle School is a good school.
This review was posted by a student.

I recently moved from WSMS to a school in Pennsylvania called Stroudsburg Junior High School. The school I go to now isn't bad but you'll never meet such great friends like the ones you'll make in this school.The new bulding is great but like all schools it has problems too. I was in Optional and had some friends in traditional and they sometimes don't get treated fairly among friends and teachers, but it's just some of the snobby people in optional who do that.Most of them aren't like that. We can fix that though. If you ever move you'll really miss this school and the friends you make!
This review was posted by a student.

white station middle is a great school for students!!!!well im a student at wsms, this is my first year. and im really injoing myself there.go sparatns!!!!!!!!!!!!!! alexis!!
This review was posted by a parent.

I think that the snobbery expressed in the two previous posts is a perfect example of what makes this such a BAD school with a focus on cliques, rivalry, snobbery, and fostering a false sense of superiority among Optional students, rather than focusing on learning. The tone in these two previous posts says it all: this is a school for students who want to live under the delusion that they are somehow better than other students because of which program they are in. The faculty should really do something to bring these students together, rather than fostering the apartheid mentality as they do.
This review was posted by a parent.

I started going to White Station Middle in the seventh grade and am currently in the eighth grade. I love my school sooo much because no matter who you are, you are bound to find some of the best friends you will ever have in your lifetime. Just the same, the teachers are very pushy and help you prepare for whatever it is that you want to do in life. My friends and I have competitions to see who will get a better grade! In fact, we actually consider being called a nerd a compliment. Private schools- sure- better name and all but the reason that our scores are not as good as theirs is because of the Traditional section. The Optional Section is really what you are going for. Once you get there, it will take a lot to stop you from whatever you want to do.
This review was posted by a student.

I love this school. I'm an optional 8th grader, and all my teachers this year and last year really enjoy their jobs. If the traditional kids cared at ALL, this school would be so much better. I think the new building has really helped rid of all the 'gangster' conduct. It's hard to be a 'gangster' in the nicest looking school in Memphis. I am moving on to the high school, and I am hoping they will build such a nice school there for that reason alone.
This review was posted by a student.

WSMS is a very good school and is an excellent learning enviroment. My Daughter love it. It's actually a complement for the students to call each other a nerd lol. My Daughter would actually compete with her friends to see who would get the highest grade on an assignment. Learning was actually fun for her there. What more would you want?
This review was posted by a parent.

I didnt like it that much being a student there for 2 years. The teachers were ok but it didnt feel like home during my 8th grade year as much as it did my 7th.
This review was posted by a student.

Why pay money for private school? WSMS is the best middle school in Shelby County. My son is far more prepared for high school than any of his friends in private school.
This review was posted by a parent.

This school is beautiful, the teachers are great, and I feel very safe! I definately think more people should look at WSMS
This review was posted by a student.

I love the school! I am an 8th grader in the optional program. It feels like one big family! Really good music program.
This review was posted by a student.

I am a new parent at WSMS this year with a sixth grader. I have found WSMS to be a wonderful school, from the Principal, Principal Assistants, Teachers, and Students. This is a wonderful school to have your child attend. Communication is the biggest thing I like, you are always up to date with what is going on and when. We give the school a 5 star as it is one of the best in Memphis...
This review was posted by a parent.

I love WSMS! Im in the 7th Grade and there is soo much to do! I am in the Concert Band and its soo much fun. My favorite teacher, Mr. B.Jones, teaches Pre-Algebra great! All of the teachers do! This school is way better than my last school where people made fun of you and stuff. No body does that this year! --A.B
This review was posted by a student.

I'm a 8th grader at WSMS! I think it is a wonderful school! My teachers are Mrs.Morton,Ms.Porterfield,Ms.Neely,and Mr.Jackson! I am also a Basketball player and in choir at WSMS!We have alot of parents supporting our school!
This review was posted by a student.

I go WSMS and its the best. I am in the 7th grade. My teacher Mr.Willard is everyone's favorite. Mrs.Law is very helpful for math and I have so many other great teachers. I hope I end the year with great success.
This review was posted by a student.

I am an 8th grader at WSMS and I really am enjoying my experience at this wonderful school. Mrs. Clapsadle is the most amazing science teacher in the world and all of the teachers are outstanding in their area of teaching.
This review was posted by a student.

i recently moved from WSMS to some school in arizona. white station middle is the best school i've been to. i would like to thank my teacher mr shaw for everything he's done for me.
This review was posted by a former student.

WSMS has an excellent academic program. It's very clear that the entire faculty and administrative staff are committed to cultivating an environment that encourages the kids to achieve excellence. In addition, the school's symphonic band program is wonderful and provides a supportive, fun learning environment that has also produced some very talented musical ensembles. The level of parental involvement at WSMS is outstanding, as indicated by the other reviews here.
This review was posted by a parent.

white station middle is a very good school.the librarian,Mrs,Emily Squires ,is very helpful to students and parents.the teachers really care about their students.
This review was posted by a parent.

White Station Middle is the best school for me. The faculty and staff are wonderful. I had a wonderful math teacher, Mr. A. Shaw, and a marvelous english teacher, Ms. J. Scott. Thank you WSMS!
This review was posted by a student.

White Station is a wonderful school with challenging teachers and a fabulous performing arts program.
This review was posted by a student.

White Station Middle Schools is in my opinion the best school that my child has been in. She recently completed the 8th grade. I have another daughter starting there this fall. The teachers and faculty of the school are very demanding of the students, but that is because they truly care for the kids. Teachers and staff are awesome! Mr. Michael William (the choir instructor) has been the most valuable person in my daughter s life! She really blossomed under his guidance in so many ways (not just vocally). He loves all the kids he works with and it is so evident! He is a one of a kind teacher and White Station is benefiting from it!
This review was posted by a parent.

We are not officially part of the W.S. parent group, as yet, but are hoping to be one soon, this fall, with a daughter in 7th grade. We must commend the school for its assistance in our relocation to Tennessee, by guiding us in a clear manner on how to get admitted into the school's optional program. Kudos to Mrs. Blassinggame, the optional school co-ordinator, who has guided us from day 1 of our decision to get admittance here. She clearly outlined what paperwork was needed and suggested we get our daughter privately evaluated again for math if we were keen on enriched academics. Later, when we visited Memphis last week, she worked closely with us, told us what apartments the school bus caters to, suggested we call the transpo dept to get a wider view of the bus route and patiently answered all our queries on the school activities. Her clarity and southern hospitality has us overwhelmed,we eagerly await to join the team.
This review was posted by a parent.

I think this is one of the best schools. All the teachers make sure students ge there on time, The principals handle discipline correctly. I think this is a safe school. I think all parents should enroll there students here.
This review was posted by a former student.

White Station Middle is probably one of the best experiences my child has ever had in his educational experience. The administration is very stern, but they care about the kids - and the kids know it. My son was in the standard program and learned a lot. He was not treated differently just because he was not in the Optional Program. All the teachers were good - one in particular. The choir teacher, Mr. Williams, was by far the highlight of his two years there. This man is a teacher that every parent would want for their child. His love and devotion for the kids is evident in all he did for them. He always put them first, never himself. They sounded better than many high school choirs I have heard. White Station Middle ... thank you!
This review was posted by a parent.

I think my child attends a very good school, he is getting the very best in education.With out this school I do not think he would be as smart as he is now.At this school the teachers really push the children and make them strive to do well.I also do not think our community would be so good with out this school.
This review was posted by a parent.