Serving 786 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White Station Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: White Station Elementary serves the southeastern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 14.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Station Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Station Elementary School's student population of 786 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
786 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
46 teachers
School Rankings
White Station Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Station Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
56%
20%
White
17%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Station Elementary School's ranking?
White Station Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are White Station Elementary School often compared to?
White Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend White Station Elementary School?
786 students attend White Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of White Station Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does White Station Elementary School offer ?
White Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Station Elementary School part of?
White Station Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is White Station Elementary School located?
White Station Elementary School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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