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#14 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 1% in state

Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3572 Emerald, Memphis, TN 38115

Charter

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#14 of 1,786

In Memphis

#3 of 199

public schools

In district

#3 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus

9.4/10

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

Leadership Preparatory Charter School

8.8/10

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About Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus

Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares3.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Compass Community School Hickory Hill 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.

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+6.49 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+16.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus — Students at Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.4% (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
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
27.2%
ELA
22.1%
2025
Math
53.5%
ELA
31.4%

* 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 Hickory Hill Campus Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in TN
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

Location

3572 Emerald, Memphis, TN 38115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Power Center Academy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Newberry Elementary Memphis 0.2 mi 7.7
Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis 0.2 mi 8.4
Power Center Academy Middle Memphis 0.2 mi 3.4
Power Center Academy High School Memphis 0.2 mi 4.7
Wooddale Middle School Memphis 0.7 mi 4.9
Wooddale High Memphis 0.8 mi 3.0
Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 6.6
SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis 1.1 mi 7.4
Cromwell Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 6.8
Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 7.0
Memphis School of Excellence Memphis 1.1 mi 4.9
Cornerstone Prep School Memphis 1.2 mi 7.0
Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis 1.3 mi 4.8
Winridge Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 8.5
Belle Forest Community School Memphis 1.5 mi 4.0
Evans Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 6.8
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis 1.7 mi 3.4
Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis 1.5 mi 3.5
Crump Elementary Memphis 2.0 mi 4.7
Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,931

Median Home Value

$129,700

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

36,878

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

29.9

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Sewanee Elementary Sewanee, TN 9.4
Catons Chapel Elementary Sevierville, TN 9.3
Decaturville Elementary Decaturville, TN 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus

What grades does Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus serve?

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

How many students attend Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus?

Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus is 12.7:1. 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 Hickory Hill Campus rank in TN?

Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus ranks #14 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Hickory Hill Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus a charter school?

Yes, Compass Community School Hickory Hill 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 Hickory Hill Campus a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus stack up?

Leadership Preparatory Charter School
8.8
Memphis STEM Academy
9.4
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS
5.9
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

District

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

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