Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Springdale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Springdale Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springdale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springdale Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#746 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
94%
21%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springdale Elementary School's ranking?
Springdale Elementary School is ranked #746 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Springdale Elementary School?
213 students attend Springdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Springdale Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springdale Elementary School?
Springdale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Springdale Elementary School offer ?
Springdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Springdale Elementary School part of?
Springdale Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Springdale Elementary School located?
Springdale Elementary School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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