Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Northaven 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%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northaven Elementary School serves the northwest part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northaven Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
School Rankings
Northaven 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 Northaven Elementary School is 0.27, 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)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
85%
20%
White
5%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.8%
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 Northaven Elementary School's ranking?
Northaven Elementary School is ranked #1489 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?
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 Northaven Elementary School?
320 students attend Northaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Northaven Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Northaven Elementary School offer ?
Northaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northaven Elementary School part of?
Northaven Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Great teaching in 5th grade , high school prep.
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