Very Good
#668 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 37% in state
Based on limited data
Cornerstone Prep School
Elementary School · Tennessee Public Charter School Commission
5221 Cottonwood RD, Memphis, TN 38118
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 196 schools in Memphis. Learn more
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#668 of 1,786
In Memphis
#47 of 199
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Tennessee Public Charter School Commission
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Cornerstone Prep School
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cornerstone Prep School
Cornerstone Prep School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Tennessee Public Charter School Commission. Cornerstone Prep School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #668 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Cornerstone Prep School 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.
Cornerstone Prep School 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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Test Scores
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How Cornerstone Prep School Compares
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Location
5221 Cottonwood RD, Memphis, TN 38118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornerstone Prep School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Power Center Academy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Evans Elementary Memphis | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Wooddale High Memphis | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Wooddale Middle School Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Memphis Merit Academy Memphis | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Power Center Academy High School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Newberry Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Power Center Academy Middle Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Overton High Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Memphis Virtual School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cromwell Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Sea Isle Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Colonial Middle Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,464
Median Home Value
$95,700
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
39,162
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
28.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown, TN | 7.0 |
| MEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Knoxville, TN | 7.0 |
| HICKORY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 6.9 |
| KNOXVILLE ADVENTIST SCHOOL Knoxville, TN | 6.9 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis, TN | 7.1 |
| CANDIES CREEK ACADEMY Charleston, TN | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornerstone Prep School
What grades does Cornerstone Prep School serve?
Cornerstone Prep School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Cornerstone Prep School?
Cornerstone Prep School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Prep School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Prep School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cornerstone Prep School rank in TN?
Cornerstone Prep School ranks #668 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Cornerstone Prep School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cornerstone Prep School 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.
Is Cornerstone Prep School a charter school?
Yes, Cornerstone Prep School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cornerstone Prep School a Title I school?
No, Cornerstone Prep School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 53
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 416-3640
Resources & Links
District
Tennessee Public Charter School Commission- District Enrollment
- 4,975
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,356
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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