Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Larose 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Larose Elementary serves the west part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Larose Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
School Rankings
Larose 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 Larose Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1713 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
98%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Larose Elementary School's ranking?
Larose Elementary School is ranked #1713 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Larose Elementary School?
313 students attend Larose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Larose Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Larose Elementary School offer ?
Larose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Larose Elementary School part of?
Larose Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Larose Elementary School located?
Larose Elementary School is located in the South Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 11 other public schools located in South Memphis.
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