Below Average
#1593 of 1,786 schools in TN
Gardenview Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
4075 Hartz Dr, Memphis, TN 38116
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,593 of 1,786
In Memphis
#144 of 199
public schools
In district
#145 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Gardenview Elementary
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About Gardenview Elementary
Gardenview Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Gardenview Elementary serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gardenview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,593 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Gardenview Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Gardenview 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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Gardenview Elementary — Students at Gardenview Elementary score 18% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 4.3/10.
How Gardenview Elementary Compares
See how Gardenview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4075 Hartz Dr, Memphis, TN 38116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gardenview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakhaven Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Winchester Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 1.6 mi | — |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Oakhaven Middle Memphis | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Oakhaven High Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Oakhaven Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Alcy Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,663
Median Home Value
$125,800
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
41,393
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burt Elementary Clarksville, TN | 4.2 |
| Chilhowee Intermediate Knoxville, TN | 4.3 |
| Cockrill Elementary Nashville, TN | 4.3 |
| Westside Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.3 |
| Cannon County Elementary School Woodbury, TN | 4.1 |
| Bellshire Elementary Nashville, TN | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gardenview Elementary
What grades does Gardenview Elementary serve?
Gardenview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gardenview Elementary?
Gardenview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gardenview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gardenview Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gardenview Elementary rank in TN?
Gardenview Elementary ranks #1,593 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Gardenview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gardenview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Gardenview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gardenview Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Gardenview Elementary a charter school?
No, Gardenview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gardenview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gardenview 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
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.1%
- Phone
- (901) 416-3068
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #145 of 202
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