Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakshire 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakshire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakshire Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakshire 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 Oakshire 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
#1609 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
94%
21%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakshire Elementary School's ranking?
Oakshire Elementary School is ranked #1609 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Oakshire Elementary School?
404 students attend Oakshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Oakshire Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakshire Elementary School?
Oakshire Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakshire Elementary School offer ?
Oakshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oakshire Elementary School part of?
Oakshire Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakshire Elementary School located?
Oakshire Elementary School is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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