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#1624 of 1,786 schools in TN

Macon-hall Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

9800 Macon Rd RD, Cordova, TN 38016

Enrollment

1,166

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,624 of 1,786

In Cordova

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#151 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Macon-hall Elementary

4.0/10

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

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About Macon-hall Elementary

Macon-hall Elementary is a public elementary school in Cordova, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Macon-hall Elementary serves approximately 1,166 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Macon-hall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,624 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Macon-hall Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Macon-hall Elementary — Students at Macon-hall Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
33.6%
ELA
35.4%
2025
Math
29.2%
ELA
38.3%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Macon-hall Elementary Compares

See how Macon-hall Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

9800 Macon Rd RD, Cordova, TN 38016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Macon-hall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Cordova (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAMPLIGHTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cordova, see our Cordova schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Cordova 1.3 mi 7.4
Cordova High School Cordova 1.4 mi 4.0
Mt. Pisgah Middle/High Cordova 1.4 mi 2.4
HIGHLAND DAY SCHOOL Cordova 1.9 mi
Cordova Middle Cordova 2.2 mi 3.9
Cordova Elementary Cordova 2.2 mi 4.0
Riverwood Elementary School Cordova 2.3 mi 6.5
Chimneyrock Elementary School Cordova 2.6 mi 4.5
LAMPLIGHTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cordova 2.5 mi 7.4
Memphis School of Excellence Cordova Cordova 2.8 mi 5.6
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Cordova Cordova 2.8 mi 8.2
FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cordova 3.2 mi 7.2
CADANCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Cordova 3.1 mi
ARCHON ACADEMY Bartlett 3.7 mi 5.7
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cordova 3.4 mi 7.4
SHADY OAKS SCHOOL Cordova 3.4 mi
MACON ROAD BAPTIST SCHOOL Arlington 3.8 mi 8.2
ST GEORGE'S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Collierville 4.1 mi 6.2
MORRIS WILSON CAMPUS SCHOOL Arlington 3.9 mi 7.2
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bartlett 4.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,719

Median Home Value

$261,700

Median Rent

$1,407/mo

Population

44,390

College Educated

41.5%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Macon-hall Elementary

What grades does Macon-hall Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Macon-hall Elementary?

Macon-hall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,166 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Macon-hall Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Macon-hall Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Macon-hall Elementary rank in TN?

Macon-hall Elementary ranks #1,624 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Macon-hall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Macon-hall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Macon-hall Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Macon-hall Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Macon-hall Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Macon-hall Elementary a Title I school?

No, Macon-hall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,166
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

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

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