Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
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 Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (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 420 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
School Rankings
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1554 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Hispanic
54%
16%
Black
43%
20%
White
2%
57%
Two or more races
1%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School's ranking?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School is ranked #1554 out of 1,728 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
420 students attend Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School offer ?
Memphis School Of Excellence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-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.
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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