More Memphis Charter Schools Could Face Closure After State’s Failed Turnaround Effort

The schools have fewer than 12 percent of students on track in reading and math.


Humes Middle School is one of five charter schools in the Achievement School District seeking to return to Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Credit: Caroline Bauman

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