Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ford Road 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 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 536 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ford Road Elementary serves the southwest part of Memphis, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families within the zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ford Road Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ford Road 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 Ford Road Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1680 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
57%
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)42%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ford Road Elementary School's ranking?
Ford Road Elementary School is ranked #1680 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Ford Road Elementary School?
536 students attend Ford Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ford Road Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ford Road Elementary School offer ?
Ford Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ford Road Elementary School part of?
Ford Road Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Ford Road Elementary School located?
Ford Road Elementary School is located in the Walker Homes neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this school is nice Com smart my fav student is rikiyah Calvin and Skylar.
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