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#1200 of 1,786 schools in TN
Robert R. Church Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
4100 Millbranch Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,200 of 1,786
In Memphis
#86 of 199
public schools
In district
#89 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Robert R. Church Elementary
Robert R. Church Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Robert R.
Church Elementary serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert R. Church Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,200 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Robert R. Church Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Robert R. Church Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
67% of students at Robert R. Church 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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Robert R. Church Elementary — Students at Robert R. Church Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below 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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Robert R. Church Elementary Compares
See how Robert R. Church Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4100 Millbranch Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert R. Church Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Gardenview Elementary Memphis | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Winchester Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 1.4 mi | — |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Alcy Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Oakhaven Middle Memphis | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| The Excel Center Memphis | 3.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Oakhaven High Memphis | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
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
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| Centertown Elementary Mcminnville, TN | 5.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert R. Church Elementary
What grades does Robert R. Church Elementary serve?
Robert R. Church Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Robert R. Church Elementary?
Robert R. Church Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert R. Church Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert R. Church Elementary is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert R. Church Elementary rank in TN?
Robert R. Church Elementary ranks #1,200 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Robert R. Church Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert R. Church Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Robert R. Church Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert R. Church Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Robert R. Church Elementary a charter school?
No, Robert R. Church Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert R. Church Elementary a Title I school?
No, Robert R. Church Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-0198
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #89 of 202
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