Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert R. Church 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 10% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert R. Church Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Robert R. Church 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 Robert R. Church Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1590 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
95%
20%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert R. Church Elementary School's ranking?
Robert R. Church Elementary School is ranked #1590 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Robert R. Church Elementary School?
596 students attend Robert R. Church Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Robert R. Church Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Robert R. Church Elementary School offer ?
Robert R. Church Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert R. Church Elementary School part of?
Robert R. Church Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Robert R. Church Elementary School located?
Robert R. Church Elementary School is located in the Whitehaven neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 17 other public schools located in Whitehaven.
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