Needs Improvement
#1710 of 1,786 schools in TN
Downtown Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
10 N 4th St, Memphis, TN 38103
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
762
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,710 of 1,786
In Memphis
#172 of 199
public schools
In district
#178 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Downtown Elementary
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School
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Early Childhood Programs
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About Downtown Elementary
Downtown Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Downtown Elementary serves approximately 762 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Downtown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,710 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Downtown Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Downtown Elementary 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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Downtown Elementary — Students at Downtown Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 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: 2.0/10.
How Downtown Elementary Compares
See how Downtown Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10 N 4th St, Memphis, TN 38103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downtown Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Early Childhood Programs Memphis | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Medical District High School Memphis | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| B. T. Washington High Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Larose Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Bruce Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Bellevue Middle Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Central High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Manassas High Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Soulsville Charter School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,763
Median Home Value
$380,900
Median Rent
$1,575/mo
Population
14,025
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
30.8%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.4 |
| Harrison Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 3.5 |
| David Youree Elementary Smyrna, TN | 3.2 |
| Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga, TN | 3.6 |
| Norman Smith Elementary Clarksville, TN | 3.6 |
| Oakland Elementary Oakland, TN | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Downtown Elementary
What grades does Downtown Elementary serve?
Downtown Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Downtown Elementary?
Downtown Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 762 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Downtown Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Downtown Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Downtown Elementary rank in TN?
Downtown Elementary ranks #1,710 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Downtown Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Downtown Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Downtown Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Downtown Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Downtown Elementary a charter school?
No, Downtown Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downtown Elementary a Title I school?
No, Downtown Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 762
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (901) 416-8400
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #178 of 202
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