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Beacon College Preparatory
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
5130 Raleigh Lagrange RD, Memphis, TN 38134
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,084 of 1,786
In Memphis
#77 of 199
public schools
In district
#79 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Beacon College Preparatory
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beacon College Preparatory
Beacon College Preparatory is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Beacon College Preparatory serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beacon College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,084 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Beacon College Preparatory show 16% math proficiency (2025 TCAP) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 TCAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Beacon College Preparatory 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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Beacon College Preparatory — Students at Beacon College Preparatory score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 3 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
How Beacon College Preparatory Compares
See how Beacon College Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5130 Raleigh Lagrange RD, Memphis, TN 38134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beacon College Preparatory may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memphis Business Academy Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Rise Academy Memphis | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Memphis | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Bartlett High School Bartlett | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Craigmont High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis | 1.8 mi | — |
| Craigmont Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Brownsville Road Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Journey Coleman School Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Berclair Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Kingsbury Middle Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Kingsbury High Memphis | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,172
Median Home Value
$184,400
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
42,500
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cowan Elementary Cowan, TN | 5.9 |
| Doe Elementary Mountain City, TN | 5.9 |
| East Side Elementary Brownsville, TN | 5.9 |
| Hornsby Elementary Hornsby, TN | 5.9 |
| Jellico Elementary Jellico, TN | 5.9 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Elementary School Nashville, TN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beacon College Preparatory
What grades does Beacon College Preparatory serve?
Beacon College Preparatory serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Beacon College Preparatory?
Beacon College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beacon College Preparatory?
The student-teacher ratio at Beacon College Preparatory is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beacon College Preparatory rank in TN?
Beacon College Preparatory ranks #1,084 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Beacon College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Beacon College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Beacon College Preparatory?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beacon College Preparatory has 16% math proficiency (2025 TCAP) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 TCAP).
Is Beacon College Preparatory a charter school?
Yes, Beacon College Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Beacon College Preparatory a Title I school?
No, Beacon College Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.9%
- Phone
- (901) 853-0965
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #79 of 202
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