Needs Improvement
#1771 of 1,786 schools in TN
Ford Road Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3336 Ford Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
2.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,771 of 1,786
In Memphis
#191 of 199
public schools
In district
#196 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Ford Road Elementary
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About Ford Road Elementary
Ford Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Ford Road Elementary serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ford Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,771 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Ford Road Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Ford Road 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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Ford Road Elementary — Students at Ford Road Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 23 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: 1.4/10.
How Ford Road Elementary Compares
See how Ford Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3336 Ford Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ford Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell High Memphis | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Levi Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Chickasaw Middle Memphis | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| Westwood High Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Geeter School Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Vision Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Riverview Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Double Tree Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Carver College and Career Academy Memphis | 3.3 mi | — |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 3.5 mi | 2.1 |
| Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas Memphis | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt Memphis | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CREATIVE LIFE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Memphis | 4.0 mi | — |
| A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Elementary School Jackson, TN | 2.3 |
| Alexander Elementary School Jackson, TN | 2.8 |
| Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Memphis, TN | 2.8 |
| A H Roberts Elementary Livingston, TN | 2.9 |
| East Elementary School Humboldt, TN | 2.9 |
| Bulls Gap School Bulls Gap, TN | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ford Road Elementary
What grades does Ford Road Elementary serve?
Ford Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ford Road Elementary?
Ford Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ford Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ford Road Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ford Road Elementary rank in TN?
Ford Road Elementary ranks #1,771 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Ford Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ford Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Ford Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ford Road Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Ford Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Ford Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ford Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ford Road 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
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (901) 416-8150
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #196 of 202
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