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Arrow Academy of Excellence
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
645 Semmes ST, Memphis, TN 38111
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,176 of 1,786
In Memphis
#81 of 199
public schools
In district
#84 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Arrow Academy of Excellence
Arrow Academy of Excellence is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Arrow Academy of Excellence serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Arrow Academy of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,176 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Arrow Academy of Excellence show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Arrow Academy of Excellence is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Arrow Academy of Excellence 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.
Arrow Academy of Excellence is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Arrow Academy of Excellence — Students at Arrow Academy of Excellence score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Arrow Academy of Excellence Compares
See how Arrow Academy of Excellence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
645 Semmes ST, Memphis, TN 38111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arrow Academy of Excellence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Campus School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LORDS TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 0.5 mi | — |
| Melrose High Memphis | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Dunbar Elementary Memphis | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.0 mi | — |
| East High Memphis | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Cherokee Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Sherwood Middle Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Exceptional Children Special Placements Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Middle College High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| University Middle Memphis | 1.4 mi | 9.8 |
| University High School Memphis | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lester Prep Memphis | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Campus School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Sharpe Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,806
Median Home Value
$165,200
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
43,308
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHAPEL HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clarksville, TN | 5.7 |
| CHRIST LIFE ACADEMY Lawrenceburg, TN | 5.8 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Knoxville, TN | 5.8 |
| BOWMAN HILLS SCHOOL Cleveland, TN | 5.6 |
| Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis, TN | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lawrenceburg, TN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arrow Academy of Excellence
What grades does Arrow Academy of Excellence serve?
Arrow Academy of Excellence serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Arrow Academy of Excellence?
Arrow Academy of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arrow Academy of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Arrow Academy of Excellence 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 Arrow Academy of Excellence rank in TN?
Arrow Academy of Excellence ranks #1,176 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Arrow Academy of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Arrow Academy of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Arrow Academy of Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arrow Academy of Excellence has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Arrow Academy of Excellence a charter school?
Yes, Arrow Academy of Excellence is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Arrow Academy of Excellence a Title I school?
No, Arrow Academy of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.0%
- Phone
- (901) 207-1891
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #84 of 202
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