Needs Improvement
#1655 of 1,786 schools in TN
Levi Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
135 W Levi Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,655 of 1,786
In Memphis
#155 of 199
public schools
In district
#162 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Levi Elementary
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About Levi Elementary
Levi Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Levi Elementary serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Levi Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,655 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Levi Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Levi 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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Levi Elementary — Students at Levi Elementary score 14% 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: 4.9/10.
How Levi Elementary Compares
See how Levi Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 W Levi Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Levi Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Road Elementary Memphis | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| Geeter School Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Mitchell High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Chickasaw Middle Memphis | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Westwood High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 2.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Double Tree Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Vision Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Riverview Elementary/Middle Memphis | 3.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,934
Median Home Value
$76,600
Median Rent
$1,000/mo
Population
43,764
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| East Elementary School Jackson, TN | 3.8 |
| Keystone Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.8 |
| Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.8 |
| Calvin Donaldson Environmental Science Academy Chattanooga, TN | 3.7 |
| Riverview Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN | 3.7 |
| Double Tree Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Levi Elementary
What grades does Levi Elementary serve?
Levi Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Levi Elementary?
Levi Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Levi Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Levi Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Levi Elementary rank in TN?
Levi Elementary ranks #1,655 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Levi Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Levi 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 Levi Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Levi Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Levi Elementary a charter school?
No, Levi Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Levi Elementary a Title I school?
No, Levi 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.9%
- Phone
- (901) 416-8166
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #162 of 202
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