Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawkins Mill 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawkins Mill Elementary School's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
18 teachers
School Rankings
Hawkins Mill 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 Hawkins Mill Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1489 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
97%
20%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Hawkins Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Hawkins Mill Elementary School is ranked #1489 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hawkins Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Hawkins Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Hawkins Mill Elementary School?
308 students attend Hawkins Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hawkins Mill Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Hawkins Mill Elementary School offer ?
Hawkins Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawkins Mill Elementary School part of?
Hawkins Mill Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Hawkins Mill Elementary School located?
Hawkins Mill Elementary School is located in the Frayser neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 21 other public schools located in Frayser.
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