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#746 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Cromwell Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

4989 Cromwell Rd, Memphis, TN 38118

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#746 of 1,786

In Memphis

#50 of 199

public schools

In district

#50 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Cromwell Elementary

6.8/10

Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cromwell Elementary

Cromwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Cromwell Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Cromwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Cromwell Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-0.66 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Cromwell Elementary — Students at Cromwell Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 23 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
20.1%
ELA
17.6%
2025
Math
22.4%
ELA
25.1%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Cromwell Elementary Compares

See how Cromwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TN
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Location

4989 Cromwell Rd, Memphis, TN 38118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cromwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Power Center Academy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newberry Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Memphis School of Excellence Memphis 0.3 mi 4.9
Wooddale Middle School Memphis 0.7 mi 4.9
Wooddale High Memphis 0.8 mi 3.0
Power Center Academy High School Memphis 0.9 mi 4.7
Power Center Academy Middle Memphis 0.9 mi 3.4
Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis 0.9 mi 8.4
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis 1.1 mi 9.4
Newberry Elementary Memphis 1.2 mi 7.7
Memphis Virtual School Memphis 1.3 mi 5.9
Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis 1.3 mi
Evans Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 6.8
Cornerstone Prep School Memphis 1.6 mi 7.0
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 3.4
Sheffield Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 6.7
Shrine School Memphis 1.6 mi 3.4
Sheffield High Memphis 1.7 mi 3.0
Memphis Merit Academy Memphis 1.9 mi 7.1
Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 6.6
Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 7.0
Parkway Village Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 7.7

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

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Evans Elementary Memphis, TN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cromwell Elementary

What grades does Cromwell Elementary serve?

Cromwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cromwell Elementary?

Cromwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cromwell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cromwell Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cromwell Elementary rank in TN?

Cromwell Elementary ranks #746 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Cromwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cromwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Cromwell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cromwell Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Cromwell Elementary a charter school?

No, Cromwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cromwell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cromwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

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

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