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Berclair Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

810 N Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN 38122

Enrollment

627

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,080 of 1,786

In Memphis

#73 of 199

public schools

In district

#75 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Berclair Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Berclair Elementary

Berclair Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Berclair Elementary serves approximately 627 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Berclair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,080 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Berclair Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Berclair 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.5 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism31.6%

Berclair Elementary — Students at Berclair Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
18.4%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
23.1%
ELA
21.3%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Berclair Elementary Compares

See how Berclair Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in TN
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

Location

810 N Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN 38122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berclair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Berclair Campus (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis 0.6 mi 7.7
Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis 0.5 mi 8.3
Avon School Memphis 1.0 mi 5.7
White Station Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 7.7
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis 1.4 mi 7.1
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 6.6
Grahamwood Elementary Memphis 1.2 mi 6.2
ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis 1.5 mi 4.2
Kingsbury High Memphis 1.4 mi 2.9
Kingsbury Middle Memphis 1.4 mi 5.3
MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis 1.5 mi 7.2
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis 1.6 mi 5.5
Kingsbury Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 5.4
Wells Station Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 9.3
CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis 1.6 mi 7.1
Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis 1.4 mi 8.8
White Station Middle Memphis 1.8 mi 7.7
Richland Elementary Memphis 1.9 mi 8.7
CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis 2.3 mi 5.3
White Station High Memphis 2.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,456

Median Home Value

$108,200

Median Rent

$1,127/mo

Population

25,310

College Educated

22.2%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

27.2%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berclair Elementary

What grades does Berclair Elementary serve?

Berclair Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Berclair Elementary?

Berclair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 627 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berclair Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Berclair Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berclair Elementary rank in TN?

Berclair Elementary ranks #1,080 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Berclair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Berclair Elementary 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 Berclair Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berclair Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Berclair Elementary a charter school?

No, Berclair Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berclair Elementary a Title I school?

No, Berclair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
627
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#75 of 202

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