Needs Improvement
#1699 of 1,786 schools in TN
Oakshire Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1765 E Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,699 of 1,786
In Memphis
#167 of 199
public schools
In district
#173 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Oakshire Elementary
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About Oakshire Elementary
Oakshire Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Oakshire Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakshire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,699 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Oakshire Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Oakshire 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
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Oakshire Elementary — Students at Oakshire Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.2/10.
How Oakshire Elementary Compares
See how Oakshire Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1765 E Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakshire Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 1.1 mi | — |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL Southaven | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Gardenview Elementary Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHAVEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southaven | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| GREENBROOK BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Southaven | 2.2 mi | — |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,663
Median Home Value
$125,800
Median Rent
$1,035/mo
Population
41,393
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.5 |
| Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Chattanooga, TN | 3.6 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.4 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville, TN | 3.6 |
| Rural Vale Elementary Tellico Plains, TN | 3.6 |
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakshire Elementary
What grades does Oakshire Elementary serve?
Oakshire Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oakshire Elementary?
Oakshire Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakshire Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakshire 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 Oakshire Elementary rank in TN?
Oakshire Elementary ranks #1,699 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Oakshire Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakshire Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Oakshire Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakshire Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Oakshire Elementary a charter school?
No, Oakshire Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakshire Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oakshire Elementary 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
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (901) 416-3140
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #173 of 202
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