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Oak Elementary

Elementary School · Bartlett

3573 Oak RD, Bartlett, TN 38134

Enrollment

700

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#948 of 1,786

In Bartlett

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Bartlett

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Elementary

6.3/10

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

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About Oak Elementary

Oak Elementary is a public elementary school in Bartlett, TN, part of Bartlett. Oak Elementary serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #948 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.7% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,266
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Oak Elementary — Students at Oak Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 19 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014
Math
78%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
50.7%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
59.5%
ELA
49.7%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Oak Elementary Compares

See how Oak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3573 Oak RD, Bartlett, TN 38134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bon Lin Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rivercrest Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bartlett, see our Bartlett schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Ellendale Elementary Bartlett 0.9 mi 7.2
Altruria Elementary Bartlett 1.0 mi 6.9
Appling Middle School Bartlett 1.2 mi 6.0
OLIVIA'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Memphis 1.7 mi
Kate Bond Middle School Memphis 2.1 mi 3.7
Kate Bond Elementary School Bartlett 2.1 mi 6.1
Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett 2.3 mi 5.9
Bartlett Elementary School Bartlett 2.2 mi 8.9
Bon Lin Middle School Bartlett 2.1 mi 6.8
Bon Lin Elementary School Bartlett 2.2 mi 8.2
Rivercrest Elementary Bartlett 2.9 mi 8.2
Bartlett High School Bartlett 2.8 mi 7.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis 3.4 mi 7.9
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cordova 3.5 mi 7.4
Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis 3.7 mi 5.6
Dexter School Cordova 3.9 mi 3.9
SHADY OAKS SCHOOL Cordova 3.6 mi
GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis 3.3 mi
Brownsville Road Elementary Memphis 3.3 mi 7.0
ARCHON ACADEMY Bartlett 3.6 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,172

Median Home Value

$184,400

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

42,500

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Elementary

What grades does Oak Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Oak Elementary?

Oak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Elementary rank in TN?

Oak Elementary ranks #948 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Oak Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Oak Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Oak Elementary a Title I school?

No, Oak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

Bartlett
District Enrollment
8,999
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,266
District Rank
#8 of 10

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