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#868 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 49% in state
Highland Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
5252 Annandale Rd, Memphis, TN 38125
Enrollment
774
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
774
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#868 of 1,786
In Memphis
#60 of 199
public schools
In district
#61 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Highland Oaks Elementary
Highland Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Highland Oaks Elementary serves approximately 774 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #868 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Oaks Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Highland Oaks Elementary — Students at Highland Oaks Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above 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: 6.4/10.
How Highland Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Highland Oaks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5252 Annandale Rd, Memphis, TN 38125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwind Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Oaks Middle Memphis | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Southwind High Memphis | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Ross Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwind Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Germanshire Elementary Germantown | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Bluff City High School Memphis | 2.6 mi | 2.0 |
| Kirby Middle School Memphis | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| OLIVE BRANCH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Olive Branch | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Kirby High Memphis | 2.9 mi | 2.8 |
| OLIVE BRANCH ELEM Olive Branch | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| OLIVE BRANCH MIDDLE Olive Branch | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PARK ACADEMY SCHOOL-PARKWOOD BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Olive Branch | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
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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| Alcy Elementary Memphis, TN | 6.5 |
| Amqui Elementary Madison, TN | 6.5 |
| Brickey McCloud Elementary Knoxville, TN | 6.5 |
| Gibbs Elementary Corryton, TN | 6.5 |
| Lakeview Elementary Nashville, TN | 6.5 |
| Lynchburg Elementary Lynchburg, TN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Oaks Elementary
What grades does Highland Oaks Elementary serve?
Highland Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Oaks Elementary?
Highland Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 774 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Oaks Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Oaks Elementary rank in TN?
Highland Oaks Elementary ranks #868 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Highland Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Highland Oaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Oaks Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Highland Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Oaks 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
- 774
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (901) 416-0330
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #61 of 202
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