Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Egypt 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Egypt Elementary serves the northern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles, with most students living between 1.1 to 1.9 miles from the school, typically within a 5 to 10-minute drive.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Egypt Elementary School's student population of 454 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Egypt 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 Egypt Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1402 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Hispanic
27%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
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)25.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Egypt Elementary School's ranking?
Egypt Elementary School is ranked #1402 out of 1,728 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Egypt Elementary School?
454 students attend Egypt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Egypt Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Egypt Elementary School offer ?
Egypt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Egypt Elementary School part of?
Egypt Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Egypt Elementary School located?
Egypt Elementary School is located in the Springhill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 7 other public schools located in Springhill.
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