Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gardenview 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gardenview Elementary serves the southwest part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with distances from the school to the furthest edge of the zone reaching about 1.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gardenview Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gardenview 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 Gardenview Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#1384 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardenview Elementary School's ranking?
Gardenview Elementary School is ranked #1384 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Gardenview Elementary School?
256 students attend Gardenview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gardenview Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gardenview Elementary School offer ?
Gardenview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardenview Elementary School part of?
Gardenview Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Gardenview Elementary School located?
Gardenview Elementary School is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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