Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Downtown 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 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 699 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Downtown Elementary School's student population of 699 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Downtown Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1451 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
90%
21%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Elementary School's ranking?
Downtown Elementary School is ranked #1451 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Downtown Elementary School often compared to?
Downtown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grahamwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Downtown Elementary School?
699 students attend Downtown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Downtown Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downtown Elementary School?
Downtown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Downtown Elementary School offer ?
Downtown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Downtown Elementary School part of?
Downtown Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Elementary School located?
Downtown Elementary School is located in the Downtown Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Memphis.
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