Below Average
#1521 of 1,786 schools in TN
Holmes Road Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1083 E Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
793
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,521 of 1,786
In Memphis
#131 of 199
public schools
In district
#133 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Holmes Road Elementary
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holmes Road Elementary
Holmes Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Holmes Road Elementary serves approximately 793 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Holmes Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,521 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Holmes Road Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Holmes Road 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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Holmes Road Elementary — Students at Holmes Road Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below 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
↓ 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: 5.3/10.
How Holmes Road Elementary Compares
See how Holmes Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1083 E Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holmes Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westhaven Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL Southaven | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Geeter School Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,663
Median Home Value
$125,800
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
41,393
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.5 |
| Chimneyrock Elementary School Cordova, TN | 4.5 |
| Germanshire Elementary Germantown, TN | 4.5 |
| Learning Way Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 4.5 |
| East End Preparatory School Nashville, TN | 4.4 |
| A. Z. Kelley Elementary Antioch, TN | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holmes Road Elementary
What grades does Holmes Road Elementary serve?
Holmes Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Holmes Road Elementary?
Holmes Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 793 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holmes Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Holmes Road Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holmes Road Elementary rank in TN?
Holmes Road Elementary ranks #1,521 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Holmes Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Holmes Road 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 Holmes Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holmes Road Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Holmes Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Holmes Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Holmes Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Holmes Road 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
- 793
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (901) 416-6469
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #133 of 202
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