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Early Childhood Programs

School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

330 Jackson AVE, Memphis, TN 38112

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 196 schools in Memphis. Learn more

Enrollment

782

Student-Teacher

391:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Memphis

#111 of 199

public schools

In district

#115 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

About Early Childhood Programs

Early Childhood Programs serves 782 students in pre-kindergarten in Memphis, Tennessee. As a public school in Shelby County, it provides early childhood education in a large city setting at its location on Jackson Avenue. The school operates with 2 full-time equivalent teachers, which results in a notably high student-teacher ratio of 391:1.

This ratio reflects the nature of early childhood programming, where classroom structures may differ significantly from traditional grade configurations. The school is currently working with room for academic growth. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks 1,733 out of 1,796 schools statewide, placing it in the lower percentile for Tennessee schools.

Standardized test score data is not available for this program. For families seeking pre-kindergarten options in Memphis, Early Childhood Programs offers early childhood services within the public school system, though prospective families may want to discuss the specific classroom structure and support services directly with the school to understand how the program is organized for its young learners.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Programs is 391:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics4.8Below Average29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 196 schools in Memphis
College Readiness7.9Very Good43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.2Significantly Below Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio391:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,650

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Early Childhood Programs Compares

See how Early Childhood Programs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
26th percentile in TN
Academic
4.8/10
4.8/10
Environment
1.2/10
Below average

Location

330 Jackson AVE, Memphis, TN 38112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Early Childhood Programs may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crosstown High School (rated 9.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Medical District High School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School Memphis 0.5 mi 8.2
Downtown Elementary Memphis 0.7 mi 3.9
MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis 0.7 mi 6.6
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School Memphis 0.8 mi 6.1
KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary Memphis 0.9 mi 8.3
KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle Memphis 1.0 mi 7.3
Medical District High School Memphis 1.2 mi 8.6
Manassas High Memphis 1.4 mi 3.6
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie Memphis 1.5 mi 1.3
B. T. Washington High Memphis 1.7 mi 4.5
MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis 1.6 mi 6.8
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis 1.6 mi 5.1
Larose Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 5.3
Bruce Elementary Memphis 2.0 mi 5.5
Crosstown High School Memphis 1.8 mi 9.1
Central High Memphis 2.0 mi 5.2
Bellevue Middle Memphis 2.1 mi 3.9
Perea Elementary School Memphis 1.9 mi 6.0
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis 2.3 mi 9.4
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,639

Median Home Value

$206,900

Median Rent

$969/mo

Population

16,798

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

52.8%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Median Age

32.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Early Childhood Programs has a median household income of $52,639. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $206,900, with a median rent of $969/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Early Childhood Programs

What grades does Early Childhood Programs serve?

Early Childhood Programs serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Early Childhood Programs?

Early Childhood Programs has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Programs?

The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Programs is 391:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Early Childhood Programs rank in TN?

Early Childhood Programs is ranked #1331 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Early Childhood Programs's MySchoolScout rating?

Early Childhood Programs has a composite rating of 5.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Early Childhood Programs a charter school?

No, Early Childhood Programs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Early Childhood Programs a Title I school?

No, Early Childhood Programs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (9,456/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Memphis). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher Ratio
391:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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