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#1520 of 1,786 schools in TN

Germanshire Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3965 South Germantown RD, Germantown, TN 38125

Enrollment

751

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,520 of 1,786

In Germantown

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#132 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Germanshire Elementary

4.5/10

Elementary School in Germantown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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About Germanshire Elementary

Germanshire Elementary is a public elementary school in Germantown, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Germanshire Elementary serves approximately 751 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Germanshire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,520 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Germanshire Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.39 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Germanshire Elementary — Students at Germanshire Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 32.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
28.7%
ELA
29.2%
2025
Math
33.3%
ELA
31.8%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Germanshire Elementary Compares

See how Germanshire Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
15th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

3965 South Germantown RD, Germantown, TN 38125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Germanshire Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwind Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Forest Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Journey East Academy Memphis 0.8 mi 7.7
Bluff City High School Memphis 0.8 mi 2.0
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis 1.0 mi 9.0
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis 1.0 mi 4.5
Kirby Middle School Memphis 0.9 mi 4.2
Kirby High Memphis 1.1 mi 2.8
Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.2 mi 4.1
Oak Forest Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 8.6
Ross Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 6.7
Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis 1.6 mi 3.5
Winridge Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 8.5
Southwind High Memphis 1.9 mi 3.4
Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis 2.0 mi 4.8
Crump Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 4.7
Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis 2.6 mi 6.5
Southwind Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 9.0
Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 7.0
Belle Forest Community School Memphis 2.3 mi 4.0
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis 2.4 mi 5.1
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis 2.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,184

Median Home Value

$230,400

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

42,793

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

52%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Germanshire Elementary

What grades does Germanshire Elementary serve?

Germanshire Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Germanshire Elementary?

Germanshire Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Germanshire Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Germanshire Elementary is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Germanshire Elementary rank in TN?

Germanshire Elementary ranks #1,520 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Germanshire Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Germanshire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Germanshire Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Germanshire Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Germanshire Elementary a charter school?

No, Germanshire Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Germanshire Elementary a Title I school?

No, Germanshire Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

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

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