Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakhaven 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 14% (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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakhaven Elementary serves the southern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakhaven Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence
School Rankings
Oakhaven 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 Oakhaven Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1544 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
25%
16%
Black
75%
20%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakhaven Elementary School's ranking?
Oakhaven Elementary School is ranked #1544 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?
14% 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 Oakhaven Elementary School?
496 students attend Oakhaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oakhaven Elementary School students are Black, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Oakhaven Elementary School offer ?
Oakhaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakhaven Elementary School part of?
Oakhaven Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Oakhaven Elementary School located?
Oakhaven Elementary School is located in the Oakhaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Oakhaven.
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