Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Memphis 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Memphis Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Memphis 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 Kipp Memphis Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1692 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
91%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Memphis Elementary School's ranking?
Kipp Memphis Elementary School is ranked #1692 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Kipp Memphis Elementary School often compared to?
Kipp Memphis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Elementary School, Memphis Business Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Kipp Memphis Elementary School?
238 students attend Kipp Memphis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kipp Memphis Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Memphis Elementary School?
Kipp Memphis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Memphis Elementary School offer ?
Kipp Memphis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Memphis Elementary School part of?
Kipp Memphis Elementary School is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Memphis Elementary School located?
Kipp Memphis Elementary School is located in the Hollywood neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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