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#207 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 12% in state

Compass Community School Frayser Campus

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3690 Thomas ST, Memphis, TN 38127

Charter

Enrollment

204

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#207 of 1,786

In Memphis

#17 of 199

public schools

In district

#17 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Compass Community School Frayser Campus

8.3/10

Elementary School in Memphis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.4/10

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5.9/10

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About Compass Community School Frayser Campus

Compass Community School Frayser Campus is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Compass Community School Frayser Campus serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Compass Community School Frayser Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Compass Community School Frayser Campus show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Compass Community School Frayser Campus 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.

49% of students at Compass Community School Frayser Campus 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 Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+5.64 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism48.5%

Compass Community School Frayser Campus — Students at Compass Community School Frayser Campus score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 12.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 10 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
13.4%
ELA
10%
2025
Math
39.4%
ELA
25.8%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Compass Community School Frayser Campus Compares

See how Compass Community School Frayser Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
89th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

Location

3690 Thomas ST, Memphis, TN 38127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Compass Community School Frayser Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis STEM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawkins Mill Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Delano Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Martin Luther King Preparatory High School Memphis 1.0 mi 2.8
Frayser-Corning Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 2.0
Westside Middle School Memphis 1.1 mi 1.8
GREATER PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis 1.1 mi 4.9
Westside Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 4.3
Whitney Elementary Memphis 1.3 mi 3.3
Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 3.5
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis 1.4 mi 6.1
Georgian Hills Middle Memphis 1.5 mi 3.7
Memphis Business Academy Middle Memphis 1.8 mi 4.7
Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis 1.8 mi 3.7
Delano Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 7.8
Memphis STEM Academy Memphis 1.8 mi 9.4
Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis 2.4 mi 4.8
Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 8.0
Libertas Memphis 2.5 mi 5.0
Northaven Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 5.3
Trezevant High Memphis 2.5 mi 4.4
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis 3.1 mi 4.8
Manassas High Memphis 3.9 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,768

Median Home Value

$82,500

Median Rent

$1,104/mo

Population

39,553

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

45.7%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

34.7%

Median Age

32.3

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Hermitage Springs Elementary School Red Boiling Springs, TN 8.3
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New Hopewell Elementary Knoxville, TN 8.3
East Coffee Elementary Manchester, TN 8.2
SUMNER ACADEMY Gallatin, TN 8.2
Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis, TN 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Compass Community School Frayser Campus

What grades does Compass Community School Frayser Campus serve?

Compass Community School Frayser Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Compass Community School Frayser Campus?

Compass Community School Frayser Campus has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Compass Community School Frayser Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Compass Community School Frayser Campus is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Compass Community School Frayser Campus rank in TN?

Compass Community School Frayser Campus ranks #207 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Compass Community School Frayser Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Compass Community School Frayser Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Compass Community School Frayser Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Compass Community School Frayser Campus has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Compass Community School Frayser Campus a charter school?

Yes, Compass Community School Frayser Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Compass Community School Frayser Campus a Title I school?

No, Compass Community School Frayser Campus is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Compass Community School Frayser Campus stack up?

Memphis STEM Academy
9.4
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS
5.9
Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary
8.5
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

District

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

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