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Double Tree Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

4560 Double Tree, Memphis, TN 38109

Enrollment

352

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,642 of 1,786

In Memphis

#151 of 199

public schools

In district

#157 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Double Tree Elementary

3.9/10

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

Westwood High

4.1/10

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7.6/10

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About Double Tree Elementary

Double Tree Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Double Tree Elementary serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Double Tree Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,642 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Double Tree Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-31.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.6 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Double Tree Elementary — Students at Double Tree Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
9.6%
ELA
12.6%
2025
Math
8.1%
ELA
16.2%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Double Tree Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in TN
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Location

4560 Double Tree, Memphis, TN 38109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Double Tree Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Westwood High Memphis 0.6 mi 4.1
Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose Memphis 0.7 mi 7.6
Chickasaw Middle Memphis 1.2 mi 2.5
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis 1.9 mi 5.3
Geeter School Memphis 1.9 mi 5.9
Mitchell High Memphis 2.5 mi 5.0
Levi Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 3.8
Ford Road Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 2.5
Westhaven Elementary Memphis 3.0 mi 6.2
Fairley High School Memphis 3.0 mi 2.1
J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis 3.7 mi 6.4
Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis 3.8 mi 5.1
Holmes Road Elementary Memphis 4.3 mi 4.5
Whitehaven High Memphis 4.4 mi 5.4
Whitehaven Elementary Memphis 4.4 mi 6.5
Vision Preparatory Charter School Memphis 5.2 mi 6.2
HORN LAKE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horn Lake 5.1 mi 3.7
Riverview Elementary/Middle Memphis 5.4 mi 3.7
SHADOW OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horn Lake 5.3 mi 4.9
City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis 5.0 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,934

Median Home Value

$76,600

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

43,764

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Double Tree Elementary

What grades does Double Tree Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Double Tree Elementary?

Double Tree Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Double Tree Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Double Tree Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Double Tree Elementary rank in TN?

Double Tree Elementary ranks #1,642 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Double Tree Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Double Tree Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Double Tree Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Double Tree Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Double Tree Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Double Tree Elementary a Title I school?

No, Double Tree Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

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

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