Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bruce 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bruce Elementary serves the west part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruce Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Bulldog Strong: Building A Foundation For A Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Bruce 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 Bruce Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#1368 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
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 Bruce Elementary School's ranking?
Bruce Elementary School is ranked #1368 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bruce Elementary School often compared to?
Bruce Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idlewild Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bruce Elementary School?
448 students attend Bruce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bruce Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bruce Elementary School offer ?
Bruce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruce Elementary School part of?
Bruce Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Bruce Elementary School located?
Bruce Elementary School is located in the New Pathways neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in New Pathways.
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