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#667 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 37% in state

Hickory Ridge Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3890 Hickory Hill RD, Memphis, TN 38115

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#667 of 1,786

In Memphis

#46 of 199

public schools

In district

#47 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Hickory Ridge Elementary

7.0/10

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

Hickory Ridge Middle

3.5/10

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8.5/10

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About Hickory Ridge Elementary

Hickory Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Hickory Ridge Elementary serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickory Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #667 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hickory Ridge Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Hickory Ridge 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Hickory Ridge Elementary — Students at Hickory Ridge Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 20.7% (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

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
25.7%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
33.1%
ELA
23.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Hickory Ridge Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in TN
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Location

3890 Hickory Hill RD, Memphis, TN 38115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hickory Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Power Center Academy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis 0.5 mi 3.5
Winridge Elementary Memphis 0.9 mi 8.5
Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis 0.9 mi 4.8
Crump Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 4.7
Newberry Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 7.7
Compass Community School Hickory Hill Campus Memphis 1.1 mi 9.4
Power Center Academy Middle Memphis 1.1 mi 3.4
Kirby High Memphis 1.1 mi 2.8
SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis 1.3 mi 7.4
Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis 1.3 mi 8.4
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 3.4
Power Center Academy High School Memphis 1.3 mi 4.7
Belle Forest Community School Memphis 1.5 mi 4.0
Kirby Middle School Memphis 1.4 mi 4.2
Bluff City High School Memphis 1.5 mi 2.0
Wooddale Middle School Memphis 1.7 mi 4.9
Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis 2.0 mi 6.6
Wooddale High Memphis 1.8 mi 3.0
Journey East Academy Memphis 1.8 mi 7.7
Cromwell Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,931

Median Home Value

$129,700

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

36,878

College Educated

14.3%

Homeownership

23%

Avg Commute

19.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

29.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickory Ridge Elementary

What grades does Hickory Ridge Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Hickory Ridge Elementary?

Hickory Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Ridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Ridge Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hickory Ridge Elementary rank in TN?

Hickory Ridge Elementary ranks #667 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hickory Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickory Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Hickory Ridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickory Ridge Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Hickory Ridge Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hickory Ridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hickory Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

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

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