Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School's student population of 402 students has grown by 139% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1618 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
51%
15%
Black
47%
21%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
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 Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School's ranking?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School is ranked #1618 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School?
402 students attend Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 47% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School offer ?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School part of?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School located?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School is located in the Capleville neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Capleville.
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