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Very Good

#406 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 23% in state

Oakhaven Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3795 Bishops Bridge RD, Memphis, TN 38118

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#406 of 1,786

In Memphis

#28 of 199

public schools

In district

#29 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Oakhaven Elementary

Oakhaven Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Oakhaven Elementary serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakhaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #406 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakhaven Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at Oakhaven 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change+0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism52.6%

Oakhaven Elementary — Students at Oakhaven Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 15.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
8.9%
ELA
10.5%
2025
Math
40.3%
ELA
39.3%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Oakhaven Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in TN
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.6%

Location

3795 Bishops Bridge RD, Memphis, TN 38118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakhaven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Village Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakhaven High Memphis 0.1 mi 5.5
Oakhaven Middle Memphis 0.1 mi 4.0
Getwell Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 4.7
American Way Middle Memphis 2.5 mi 3.6
Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis 2.5 mi 5.1
Winchester Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 3.9
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis 2.4 mi 7.1
Gardenview Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 4.2
Sheffield Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 6.7
Shrine School Memphis 2.3 mi 3.4
Parkway Village Elementary Memphis 2.5 mi 7.7
Sheffield High Memphis 2.5 mi 3.0
Sharpe Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 5.3
A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis 2.5 mi 3.9
WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis 3.0 mi 4.6
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis 2.7 mi 9.1
Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 5.6
South Park Elementary Memphis 3.1 mi 4.9
Cherokee Elementary Memphis 3.4 mi 5.2
Memphis Virtual School Memphis 2.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,464

Median Home Value

$95,700

Median Rent

$1,105/mo

Population

39,162

College Educated

11.8%

Homeownership

37.8%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

32.5%

Median Age

28.9

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Journey East Academy Memphis, TN 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakhaven Elementary

What grades does Oakhaven Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Oakhaven Elementary?

Oakhaven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakhaven Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakhaven Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakhaven Elementary rank in TN?

Oakhaven Elementary ranks #406 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oakhaven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakhaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Oakhaven Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakhaven Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Oakhaven Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Oakhaven Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Oakhaven Elementary stack up?

Memphis STEM Academy
9.4
Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary
8.5
Wells Station Elementary
9.3
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.6%

District

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

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