Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellendale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ellendale Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Ellendale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellendale Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
20%
21%
White
59%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellendale Elementary School's ranking?
Ellendale Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Ellendale Elementary School often compared to?
Ellendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dogwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ellendale Elementary School?
508 students attend Ellendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ellendale Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellendale Elementary School?
Ellendale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ellendale Elementary School offer ?
Ellendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellendale Elementary School part of?
Ellendale Elementary School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellendale Elementary School located?
Ellendale Elementary School is located in the Easthill neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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