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Very Good

#370 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 21% in state

Perea Elementary School

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

1250 Vollintine AVE, Memphis, TN 38107

Charter

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#370 of 1,786

In Memphis

#26 of 199

public schools

In district

#27 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Perea Elementary School

7.8/10

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

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About Perea Elementary School

Perea Elementary School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Perea Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Perea Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Perea Elementary School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Perea Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

40% of students at Perea Elementary School 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 Progress10.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+10.92 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism39.6%

Perea Elementary School — Students at Perea Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.7% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.1% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

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.

2022
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2025
Math
28.4%
ELA
47.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.

How Perea Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
79th percentile in TN
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

Location

1250 Vollintine AVE, Memphis, TN 38107

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Perea Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Delano Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie Memphis 0.6 mi 4.7
Crosstown High School Memphis 0.9 mi 7.3
Vollentine Elementary Memphis 0.8 mi 5.6
Manassas High Memphis 1.1 mi 3.2
MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis 1.2 mi 7.3
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School Memphis 1.2 mi 4.4
MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis 1.4 mi 6.8
Snowden Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.3 mi 4.5
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis 1.6 mi 5.3
KIPP Memphis Collegiate Middle Memphis 1.4 mi 6.9
KIPP Memphis Collegiate Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 7.3
KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School Memphis 1.5 mi 4.5
Compass Community School Midtown Campus Memphis 2.0 mi 7.5
Central High Memphis 2.2 mi 4.1
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis 2.3 mi
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis 2.3 mi
Early Childhood Programs Memphis 1.9 mi 2.8
GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis 2.3 mi 6.8
Bruce Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 5.8
Delano Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,393

Median Home Value

$128,600

Median Rent

$999/mo

Population

14,254

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

38.4%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

28.6%

Median Age

38.1

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Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro, TN 7.8
Cloudland Elementary School Roan Mountain, TN 7.8
Delano Elementary Memphis, TN 7.8
Discovery School Murfreesboro, TN 7.8
Eastview Elementary Greeneville, TN 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Perea Elementary School

What grades does Perea Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Perea Elementary School?

Perea Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Perea Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Perea Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Perea Elementary School rank in TN?

Perea Elementary School ranks #370 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Perea Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Perea Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Perea Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Perea Elementary School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

Is Perea Elementary School a charter school?

Yes, Perea Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Perea Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Perea Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.6%

District

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

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