Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Double Tree 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 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to 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 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Double Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Double Tree Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Double Tree 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 Double Tree Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1535 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
94%
21%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Double Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Double Tree Elementary School is ranked #1535 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Double Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Double Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown Elementary School, Collierville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Double Tree Elementary School?
352 students attend Double Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Double Tree Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Double Tree Elementary School?
Double Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Double Tree Elementary School offer ?
Double Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Double Tree Elementary School part of?
Double Tree Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Double Tree Elementary School located?
Double Tree Elementary School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Westwood.
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