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Excellent

#41 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 2% 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

9.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Memphis

#11 of 199

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#37 of 1,002

In district

#12 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Oakhaven Elementary

Oakhaven Elementary serves 523 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as a regular public school in Memphis, Tennessee. It earns a composite score of 9.0 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with a growth score of 9.9 that stands as the school's defining strength. That figure reflects students advancing at a rate that consistently surpasses expected academic progress year over year.

An academic score of 7.7 shows solid achievement alongside that extraordinary growth. The performance data puts Oakhaven in genuinely rare company. It outperforms 98% of all Tennessee schools and ranks 11th among 199 public schools in Memphis — a result that holds statewide too, where it sits 41st out of 1,785 public schools and 37th among more than 1,000 elementary schools in Tennessee.

At a student-teacher ratio of 14.5 to 1, class sizes stay reasonable for a school of this enrollment. Oakhaven covers the full pre-K through fifth grade span, giving families a single-school solution through the elementary years. For Memphis parents evaluating elementary options, the school's cross-dataset performance makes it one of the strongest public choices in the region.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+4.96 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3%
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency40%
Expected (poverty-adj.)26%
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,650

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.3%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 18.4%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 7 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
14%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
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: 9.9/10.

How Oakhaven Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in TN
Academic
7.7/10
7.7/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.9/10
Above average

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 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cherokee Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Parkway Village Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 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 6.2
Oakhaven Middle Memphis 0.1 mi 3.8
Getwell Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 5.1
American Way Middle Memphis 2.5 mi 5.2
Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis 2.5 mi 6.2
Winchester Elementary Memphis 2.2 mi 4.8
Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis 2.4 mi 8.1
Gardenview Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 4.7
Sheffield Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 5.4
Shrine School Memphis 2.3 mi 7.3
Parkway Village Elementary Memphis 2.5 mi 8.3
Sheffield High Memphis 2.5 mi 4.9
Sharpe Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 7.1
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 9.2
Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 3.4
South Park Elementary Memphis 3.1 mi 4.6
Cherokee Elementary Memphis 3.4 mi 8.6
Memphis Virtual School Memphis 2.9 mi 4.7

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oakhaven Elementary has a median household income of $42,464. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $95,700, with a median rent of $1,105/month. The area has a poverty rate of 32.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Algood Elementary Algood, TN 9.0
Boyds Creek Elementary School Sevierville, TN 9.0
Crieve Hall Elementary Nashville, TN 9.0
E K Baker Elementary Athens, TN 9.0
Findlay Elementary Sparta, TN 9.0
Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis, TN 9.0

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 is ranked #41 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Oakhaven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakhaven Elementary has a composite rating of 9.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Oakhaven Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oakhaven Elementary has 18.3% math proficiency and 18.4% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (9,456/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Memphis). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Oakhaven Elementary stack up?

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9.5
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9.4
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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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