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#1333 of 1,786 schools in TN
Larose Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
864 Willoughby ST, Memphis, TN 38126
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,333 of 1,786
In Memphis
#102 of 199
public schools
In district
#105 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Larose Elementary
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About Larose Elementary
Larose Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Larose Elementary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Larose Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,333 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Larose Elementary show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Larose Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
44% of students at Larose 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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Larose Elementary — Students at Larose Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 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: 7.8/10.
How Larose Elementary Compares
See how Larose Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
864 Willoughby ST, Memphis, TN 38126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Larose Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Memphis Delta Preparatory (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bruce Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| B. T. Washington High Memphis | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Soulsville Charter School Memphis | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Medical District High School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Downtown Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Bruce Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| CREATIVE LIFE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bellevue Middle Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Carver College and Career Academy Memphis | 1.7 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Programs Memphis | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Central High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,825
Median Home Value
$59,000
Median Rent
$794/mo
Population
5,723
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
15.6%
Poverty Rate
45.3%
Median Age
28.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Bel Aire Elementary Tullahoma, TN | 5.2 |
| Cherokee Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.2 |
| David Crockett Elementary Lawrenceburg, TN | 5.2 |
| ECS LOWER SCHOOL PREKINDERGARTEN AND JK PROGRAM Germantown, TN | 5.2 |
| Love Chapel Elementary Erwin, TN | 5.2 |
| Mc Ewen Elementary Mc Ewen, TN | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Larose Elementary
What grades does Larose Elementary serve?
Larose Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Larose Elementary?
Larose Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Larose Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Larose Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Larose Elementary rank in TN?
Larose Elementary ranks #1,333 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Larose Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Larose Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Larose Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Larose Elementary has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Larose Elementary a charter school?
No, Larose Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Larose Elementary a Title I school?
No, Larose 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
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-7848
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #105 of 202
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