Below Average
#1481 of 1,786 schools in TN
Getwell Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
2795 Getwell Road, Memphis, TN 38118
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,481 of 1,786
In Memphis
#122 of 199
public schools
In district
#123 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Getwell Elementary
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About Getwell Elementary
Getwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Getwell Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Getwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Getwell Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Getwell Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Getwell 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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Getwell Elementary — Students at Getwell Elementary score 18% 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: 6.0/10.
How Getwell Elementary Compares
See how Getwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2795 Getwell Road, Memphis, TN 38118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Getwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leadership Preparatory Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Village Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memphis Merit Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| American Way Middle Memphis | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Parkway Village Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| South Park Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Sheffield High Memphis | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Shrine School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Sheffield Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Sharpe Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Memphis Virtual School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Memphis Merit Academy Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Sherwood Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Overton High Memphis | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Cherokee Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Evans Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Oakhaven High Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Oakhaven Middle Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,464
Median Home Value
$95,700
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
39,162
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
28.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crump Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Eakin Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 4.7 |
| Krisle Elementary Springfield, TN | 4.7 |
| Rocketship Nashville Northeast Elementary Nashville, TN | 4.7 |
| Cannon South Elementary School Bradyville, TN | 4.8 |
| Fairlane Elementary Lafayette, TN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Getwell Elementary
What grades does Getwell Elementary serve?
Getwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Getwell Elementary?
Getwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Getwell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Getwell Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Getwell Elementary rank in TN?
Getwell Elementary ranks #1,481 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Getwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Getwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Getwell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Getwell Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Getwell Elementary a charter school?
No, Getwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Getwell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Getwell 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
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (901) 416-0267
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #123 of 202
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