Needs Improvement
#1781 of 1,786 schools in TN
Douglass Elementary/middle
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1650 Ash St, Memphis, TN 38108
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
1.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
1.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,781 of 1,786
In Memphis
#198 of 199
public schools
In district
#202 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Douglass Elementary/middle
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Douglass Elementary/middle
Douglass Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Douglass Elementary/middle serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglass Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,781 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Douglass Elementary/middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 1.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at Douglass Elementary/middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Douglass Elementary/middle — Students at Douglass Elementary/middle score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 20 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.6/10.
How Douglass Elementary/middle Compares
See how Douglass Elementary/middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1650 Ash St, Memphis, TN 38108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglass Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Berclair Campus (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Herbert Brewster Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Douglass High Memphis | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Promise Academy Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Treadwell Middle School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Treadwell Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Star Academy Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Springdale Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Kingsbury Middle Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Kingsbury High Memphis | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Grahamwood Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| William Herbert Brewster Elementary School Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus Memphis | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,435
Median Home Value
$62,600
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
18,501
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frayser-Corning Elementary Memphis, TN | 2.0 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary School Jackson, TN | 2.3 |
| Ford Road Elementary Memphis, TN | 2.5 |
| Alexander Elementary School Jackson, TN | 2.8 |
| Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Memphis, TN | 2.8 |
| A H Roberts Elementary Livingston, TN | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglass Elementary/middle
What grades does Douglass Elementary/middle serve?
Douglass Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Douglass Elementary/middle?
Douglass Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglass Elementary/middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglass Elementary/middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglass Elementary/middle rank in TN?
Douglass Elementary/middle ranks #1,781 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Douglass Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglass Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.9 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 Douglass Elementary/middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglass Elementary/middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Douglass Elementary/middle a charter school?
No, Douglass Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglass Elementary/middle a Title I school?
No, Douglass Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.2%
- Phone
- (901) 416-5946
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #202 of 202
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