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#182 of 1,785 schools in TN

Top 10% in state

Parkway Village Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3000 Claudette RD, Memphis, TN 38118

Enrollment

828

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Memphis

#29 of 199

public schools

Tennessee elementary schools

#149 of 1,002

In district

#30 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Parkway Village Elementary

Parkway Village Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The school serves approximately 828 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 89.9th percentile among TN schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 16% proficiency in math, 23 points below the state average and 16% in reading/language arts, 24 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $42,464, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+5.16 pts/yr
Data Period2021–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.8%
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.5%
Math vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Overall Proficiency27%
Expected (poverty-adj.)26%
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,650

Parkway Village Elementary — Students at Parkway Village Elementary score 27% 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 16.4%
School
State
39.2%
ELA Proficiency 16.3%
School
State
40.8%

Based on 5 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2021*
Math
3%
ELA
9%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
23.5%

* 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 Parkway Village Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in TN
Academic
5.5/10
5.5/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Location

3000 Claudette RD, Memphis, TN 38118

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Parkway Village Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leadership Preparatory Charter School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sharpe Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cornerstone Prep School (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Sheffield High Memphis 0.4 mi 4.9
Shrine School Memphis 0.6 mi 7.3
Sheffield Elementary Memphis 0.7 mi 5.4
Getwell Elementary Memphis 0.7 mi 5.1
American Way Middle Memphis 0.9 mi 5.2
Memphis Virtual School Memphis 0.9 mi 4.7
Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis 0.9 mi
South Park Elementary Memphis 1.2 mi 4.6
Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis 1.3 mi 9.0
Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 6.2
Memphis Merit Academy Memphis 1.2 mi 4.3
Evans Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 5.9
Overton High Memphis 1.6 mi 4.1
WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis 1.8 mi 4.6
Sharpe Elementary Memphis 1.9 mi 7.1
Memphis School of Excellence Memphis 1.9 mi 4.4
Wooddale High Memphis 2.0 mi 4.1
Cromwell Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 5.0
Cornerstone Prep School Memphis 2.0 mi 7.0
Wooddale Middle School Memphis 2.0 mi 3.6

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 Parkway Village 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
Burks Elementary Monterey, TN 8.3
Christiana Elementary Christiana, TN 8.3
Paris Elementary Paris, TN 8.3
Spring City Elementary Spring City, TN 8.3
Alamo Elementary Alamo, TN 8.4
Granbery Elementary Brentwood, TN 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Parkway Village Elementary

What grades does Parkway Village Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Parkway Village Elementary?

Parkway Village Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 828 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkway Village Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Parkway Village Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Parkway Village Elementary rank in TN?

Parkway Village Elementary is ranked #182 out of 1,785 schools in TN.

What is Parkway Village Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Parkway Village Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Parkway Village Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Parkway Village Elementary has 16.4% math proficiency and 16.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Parkway Village Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Parkway Village Elementary a Title I school?

No, Parkway Village Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (9,456/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
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
#30 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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