Below Average
#1460 of 1,786 schools in TN
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3232 Birchfield Dr, Memphis, TN 38127
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,460 of 1,786
In Memphis
#117 of 199
public schools
In district
#119 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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About Lucie E. Campbell Elementary
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Lucie E.
Campbell Elementary serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lucie E. Campbell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,460 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Lucie E. Campbell Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lucie E. Campbell 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.
56% of students at Lucie E. Campbell 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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Lucie E. Campbell Elementary — Students at Lucie E. Campbell Elementary score 15% 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
→ 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: 6.7/10.
How Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Compares
See how Lucie E. Campbell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3232 Birchfield Dr, Memphis, TN 38127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lucie E. Campbell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis STEM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawkins Mill Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Delano Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Trezevant High Memphis | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Libertas Memphis | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Star Academy Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Memphis STEM Academy Memphis | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Memphis Business Academy High School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Memphis Business Academy Middle Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Cornerstone Prep Denver Campus Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Hawkins Mill Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Georgian Hills Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Keystone Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| BREATH OF LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| GREATER PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Delano Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.7 mi | 1.9 |
| Frayser-Corning Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 2.0 |
| Promise Academy Memphis | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Douglass High Memphis | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,768
Median Home Value
$82,500
Median Rent
$1,104/mo
Population
39,553
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
34.7%
Median Age
32.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairlane Elementary Lafayette, TN | 4.8 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin, TN | 4.8 |
| Spring Hill Elementary Knoxville, TN | 4.8 |
| Crump Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Eakin Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 4.7 |
| Getwell Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucie E. Campbell Elementary
What grades does Lucie E. Campbell Elementary serve?
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lucie E. Campbell Elementary?
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lucie E. Campbell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lucie E. Campbell Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lucie E. Campbell Elementary rank in TN?
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary ranks #1,460 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Lucie E. Campbell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lucie E. Campbell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Lucie E. Campbell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lucie E. Campbell Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Lucie E. Campbell Elementary a charter school?
No, Lucie E. Campbell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lucie E. Campbell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lucie E. Campbell 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
- 629
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.3%
- Phone
- (901) 416-1000
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #119 of 202
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