Very Good
#472 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 26% in state
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
2718 Lamar AVE, Memphis, TN 38114
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#472 of 1,786
In Memphis
#37 of 199
public schools
In district
#38 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 188 students, Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Compass Community School Orange Mound 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
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Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus — Students at Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Compares
See how Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2718 Lamar AVE, Memphis, TN 38114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dunbar Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Alcy Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Melrose High Memphis | 0.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Dunbar Elementary Memphis | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Cherokee Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Arrow Academy of Excellence Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| LORDS TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sherwood Middle Memphis | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Sharpe Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Middle College High Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Exceptional Children Special Placements Memphis | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 2.1 mi | — |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Alcy Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| East High Memphis | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| University Middle Memphis | 2.5 mi | 9.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,080
Median Home Value
$79,000
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
20,440
College Educated
14.2%
Homeownership
46.2%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary Johnson City, TN | 7.5 |
| Grassy Fork Elementary Hartford, TN | 7.5 |
| New Middleton Elementary Gordonsville, TN | 7.5 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Oak Ridge, TN | 7.5 |
| Wilson Elementary Crawford, TN | 7.5 |
| Centerview Elementary Newport, TN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus
What grades does Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus serve?
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus?
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus is 11.1:1. 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 Orange Mound Campus rank in TN?
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus ranks #472 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Orange Mound Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus a charter school?
Yes, Compass Community School Orange Mound 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 Orange Mound Campus a Title I school?
No, Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (901) 743-6700
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #38 of 202
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