Below Average
#1479 of 1,786 schools in TN
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie
Elementary School · Achievement School District
915 Chelsea AVE, Memphis, TN 38112
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
245:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
245:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,479 of 1,786
In Memphis
#120 of 199
public schools
In district
#6 of 13
Achievement School District
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Achievement School District. Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 245:1 student-teacher ratio. Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,479 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie 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.
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie runs 245:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie — Students at Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 8.2/10.
How Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie Compares
See how Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 Chelsea AVE, Memphis, TN 38112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Perea Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manassas High Memphis | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Perea Elementary School Memphis | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School Memphis | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle Memphis | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary Memphis | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Crosstown High School Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Vollentine Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Early Childhood Programs Memphis | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Snowden Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Downtown Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Medical District High School Memphis | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Central High Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis | 2.4 mi | — |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis | 2.4 mi | — |
| Bruce Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,639
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
16,798
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
32.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Petros Joyner Elementary Oliver Springs, TN | 4.7 |
| Southwest Elementary Macon, TN | 4.7 |
| Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN | 4.8 |
| Hermitage Elementary Hermitage, TN | 4.8 |
| Cannon North Elementary School Readyville, TN | 4.6 |
| Montessori Elementary at Highland Park Chattanooga, TN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie
What grades does Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie serve?
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie?
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie?
The student-teacher ratio at Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie is 245:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie rank in TN?
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie ranks #1,479 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie's MySchoolScout rating?
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie a charter school?
Yes, Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie a Title I school?
No, Memphis Scholars Caldwell-guthrie 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
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 245:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.6%
- Phone
- (901) 236-0105
Resources & Links
District
Achievement School District- District Enrollment
- 4,501
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,612
- District Rank
- #6 of 13
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