Very Good
#666 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 37% in state
Brownsville Road Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
5292 Banbury Ave, Memphis, TN 38135
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#666 of 1,786
In Memphis
#45 of 199
public schools
In district
#46 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Brownsville Road Elementary
Brownsville Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Brownsville Road Elementary serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brownsville Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Brownsville Road Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Brownsville Road Elementary runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
35% of students at Brownsville Road 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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Brownsville Road Elementary — Students at Brownsville Road Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 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: 8.7/10.
How Brownsville Road Elementary Compares
See how Brownsville Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5292 Banbury Ave, Memphis, TN 38135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brownsville Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rivercrest Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellendale Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis | 0.7 mi | — |
| Craigmont Middle Memphis | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Craigmont High Memphis | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Bartlett High School Bartlett | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Bartlett Elementary School Bartlett | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Beacon College Preparatory Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Memphis Rise Academy Memphis | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Journey Coleman School Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Egypt Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Rivercrest Elementary Bartlett | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Altruria Elementary Bartlett | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Raleigh-Egypt High Memphis | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| BREATH OF LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Memphis | 3.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Ellendale Elementary Bartlett | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,458
Median Home Value
$270,100
Median Rent
$1,580/mo
Population
30,490
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashland City Elementary Ashland City, TN | 7.0 |
| Briarwood School Camden, TN | 7.0 |
| Carter's Valley Elementary Church Hill, TN | 7.0 |
| Celina K-8 Celina, TN | 7.0 |
| Charlotte Elementary Charlotte, TN | 7.0 |
| Cornersville Elementary Cornersville, TN | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brownsville Road Elementary
What grades does Brownsville Road Elementary serve?
Brownsville Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brownsville Road Elementary?
Brownsville Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brownsville Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Brownsville Road Elementary is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brownsville Road Elementary rank in TN?
Brownsville Road Elementary ranks #666 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Brownsville Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Brownsville Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Brownsville Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brownsville Road Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Brownsville Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Brownsville Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brownsville Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Brownsville Road 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
- 506
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-4300
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #46 of 202
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