Serving 874 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Treadwell 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Treadwell Elementary School's student population of 874 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Treadwell 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 Treadwell 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
#1439 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
61%
15%
Black
34%
21%
White
3%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
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 Treadwell Elementary School's ranking?
Treadwell Elementary School is ranked #1439 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Treadwell Elementary School?
874 students attend Treadwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Treadwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Treadwell Elementary School?
Treadwell Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Treadwell Elementary School offer ?
Treadwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Treadwell Elementary School part of?
Treadwell Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Treadwell Elementary School located?
Treadwell Elementary School is located in the Grahamwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Grahamwood.
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