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#1274 of 1,786 schools in TN
Kingsbury Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
4055 Bayliss Ave, Memphis, TN 38108
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,274 of 1,786
In Memphis
#90 of 199
public schools
In district
#93 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Kingsbury Elementary
Kingsbury Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Kingsbury Elementary serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kingsbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,274 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Kingsbury Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Kingsbury 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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Kingsbury Elementary — Students at Kingsbury Elementary score 22% 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: 4.8/10.
How Kingsbury Elementary Compares
See how Kingsbury Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4055 Bayliss Ave, Memphis, TN 38108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kingsbury Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Berclair Campus (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Collegiate Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury Middle Memphis | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Kingsbury High Memphis | 0.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Grahamwood Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Treadwell Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Treadwell Middle School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Berclair Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Douglass High Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.7 mi | 1.9 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Avon School Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| White Station Elementary Memphis | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Beacon College Preparatory Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,435
Median Home Value
$62,600
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
18,501
College Educated
10.6%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
28%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bolivar Elementary Bolivar, TN | 5.4 |
| Frank P. Brown Elementary Crossville, TN | 5.4 |
| Green Magnet Math And Science Academy Knoxville, TN | 5.4 |
| Journey Coleman School Memphis, TN | 5.4 |
| LaFollette Elementary School Lafollette, TN | 5.4 |
| Middleton Elementary Middleton, TN | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kingsbury Elementary
What grades does Kingsbury Elementary serve?
Kingsbury Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kingsbury Elementary?
Kingsbury Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kingsbury Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kingsbury Elementary is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kingsbury Elementary rank in TN?
Kingsbury Elementary ranks #1,274 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Kingsbury Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kingsbury Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Kingsbury Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kingsbury Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Kingsbury Elementary a charter school?
No, Kingsbury Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kingsbury Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kingsbury 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
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (901) 416-6020
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #93 of 202
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