Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wells Station 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 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Station Elementary serves the northeast part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wells Station Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing all students for success in learning, leadership, and life.
School Rankings
Wells Station 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 Wells Station Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1048 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Hispanic
83%
16%
Black
11%
20%
White
5%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
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 Wells Station Elementary School's ranking?
Wells Station Elementary School is ranked #1048 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Wells Station Elementary School often compared to?
Wells Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grahamwood Elementary School, Snowden Elementary Middle School, Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Wells Station Elementary School?
593 students attend Wells Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wells Station Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Wells Station Elementary School offer ?
Wells Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Station Elementary School part of?
Wells Station Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Wells Station Elementary School located?
Wells Station Elementary School is located in the Berclair neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in Berclair.
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