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Keystone Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

4301 Old Allen Rd, Memphis, TN 38128

Enrollment

458

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,658 of 1,786

In Memphis

#158 of 199

public schools

In district

#165 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Keystone Elementary

3.8/10

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

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About Keystone Elementary

Keystone Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Keystone Elementary serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Keystone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,658 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Keystone Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Keystone 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 Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Keystone Elementary — Students at Keystone Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 23 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
39%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
19.6%
ELA
19.3%
2025
Math
23.8%
ELA
26%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Keystone Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in TN
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

Location

4301 Old Allen Rd, Memphis, TN 38128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keystone Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis STEM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawkins Mill Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Raleigh-Egypt High Memphis 1.2 mi 4.3
Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis 1.3 mi 5.7
Egypt Elementary Memphis 1.3 mi 6.0
BREATH OF LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis 1.7 mi 4.2
Libertas Memphis 1.7 mi 5.0
Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis 1.7 mi 8.0
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 4.8
Trezevant High Memphis 2.3 mi 4.4
Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 5.3
Journey Coleman School Memphis 2.6 mi 5.4
Star Academy Memphis 3.0 mi 5.4
Georgian Hills Middle Memphis 2.5 mi 3.7
Memphis STEM Academy Memphis 2.8 mi 9.4
Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis 2.6 mi 3.5
Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis 3.1 mi 4.8
Memphis Business Academy Middle Memphis 3.0 mi 4.7
Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis 3.0 mi 3.7
Woodstock Middle School Millington 3.3 mi 6.7
Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis 3.1 mi 6.1
Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis 3.2 mi 6.9

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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Double Tree Elementary Memphis, TN 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keystone Elementary

What grades does Keystone Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Keystone Elementary?

Keystone Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keystone Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Keystone Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keystone Elementary rank in TN?

Keystone Elementary ranks #1,658 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Keystone Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Keystone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Keystone Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keystone Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Keystone Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Keystone Elementary a Title I school?

No, Keystone Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

District

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

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