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Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3824 Austin Peay HWY, Memphis, TN 38128

Charter

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#706 of 1,786

In Memphis

#49 of 199

public schools

In district

#49 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Memphis · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Craigmont Middle

6.3/10

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7.0/10

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About Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Granville T.

Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #706 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School 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.

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

32% of students at Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism32.2%

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School — Students at Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 7.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 10.8% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 18 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2016
Math
3%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
6%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
8.6%
ELA
9.3%
2025
Math
17.4%
ELA
16.7%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Compares

See how Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in TN
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

Location

3824 Austin Peay HWY, Memphis, TN 38128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rivercrest Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Craigmont Middle Memphis 0.7 mi 6.3
Brownsville Road Elementary Memphis 0.7 mi 7.0
Craigmont High Memphis 0.9 mi 3.7
GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis 1.2 mi
Journey Coleman School Memphis 1.8 mi 5.4
Egypt Elementary Memphis 1.9 mi 6.0
Bartlett High School Bartlett 2.1 mi 7.3
Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis 1.9 mi 5.7
Raleigh-Egypt High Memphis 2.0 mi 4.3
Bartlett Elementary School Bartlett 2.0 mi 8.9
Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 3.8
BREATH OF LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis 2.2 mi 4.2
Beacon College Preparatory Memphis 2.7 mi 5.9
Memphis Rise Academy Memphis 2.9 mi 8.0
Rivercrest Elementary Bartlett 3.2 mi 8.2
Jackson Elementary Memphis 3.6 mi 7.3
Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett 3.4 mi 5.9
Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis 3.3 mi 5.3
Keystone Elementary Memphis 3.2 mi 3.8
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Memphis 3.9 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,166

Median Home Value

$123,900

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

44,027

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

42%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

30.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School

What grades does Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School serve?

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School?

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School rank in TN?

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School ranks #706 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School a Title I school?

No, Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.2%

District

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

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