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#871 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 49% in state
Alcy Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1750 E Alcy Rd, Memphis, TN 38114
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#871 of 1,786
In Memphis
#62 of 199
public schools
In district
#64 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Alcy Elementary
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About Alcy Elementary
Alcy Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Alcy Elementary serves approximately 732 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #871 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Alcy Elementary show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Alcy Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at Alcy Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Alcy Elementary — Students at Alcy Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 9 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Alcy Elementary Compares
See how Alcy Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1750 E Alcy Rd, Memphis, TN 38114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alcy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| The Excel Center Memphis | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Memphis | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Veritas College Preparatory Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis College Preparatory Memphis | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Hamilton High Memphis | 1.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Winchester Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Hamilton School Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Dunbar Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Rozelle Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Gardenview Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 2.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,080
Median Home Value
$79,000
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
20,440
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
46.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amqui Elementary Madison, TN | 6.5 |
| Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville, TN | 6.5 |
| Gibbs Elementary Corryton, TN | 6.5 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis, TN | 6.5 |
| Lakeview Elementary Nashville, TN | 6.5 |
| Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg, TN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alcy Elementary
What grades does Alcy Elementary serve?
Alcy Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Alcy Elementary?
Alcy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 732 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alcy Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alcy Elementary rank in TN?
Alcy Elementary ranks #871 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Alcy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alcy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alcy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alcy Elementary has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Alcy Elementary a charter school?
No, Alcy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alcy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alcy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 732
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (901) 416-3674
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #64 of 202
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