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#795 of 1,786 schools in TN

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Ross Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

4890 Ross Rd, Memphis, TN 38141

Enrollment

593

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#795 of 1,786

In Memphis

#56 of 199

public schools

In district

#56 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Ross Elementary

6.7/10

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

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9.0/10

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4.5/10

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About Ross Elementary

Ross Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Ross Elementary serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #795 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ross Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.6% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Ross Elementary — Students at Ross Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 16.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
34%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
7%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
7%
2022
Math
15.9%
ELA
20.2%
2025
Math
29.6%
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Ross Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in TN
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

4890 Ross Rd, Memphis, TN 38141

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ross Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis 1.2 mi 9.0
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis 1.2 mi 4.5
Kirby Middle School Memphis 1.4 mi 4.2
Bluff City High School Memphis 1.5 mi 2.0
Kirby High Memphis 1.6 mi 2.8
Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 6.5
Crump Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 4.7
Germanshire Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 4.5
Hickory Ridge Middle Memphis 2.1 mi 3.5
Highland Oaks Middle Memphis 2.1 mi 4.6
Journey East Academy Memphis 2.4 mi 7.7
Hickory Ridge Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 7.0
Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis 2.3 mi 4.1
Southwind High Memphis 2.2 mi 3.4
Winridge Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 8.5
Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis 2.9 mi 4.8
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis 2.6 mi 3.4
OLIVE BRANCH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Olive Branch 3.2 mi 4.3
Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis 2.7 mi 5.1
Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis 2.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,050

Median Home Value

$146,100

Median Rent

$1,389/mo

Population

23,768

College Educated

16.6%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ross Elementary

What grades does Ross Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Ross Elementary?

Ross Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ross Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ross Elementary rank in TN?

Ross Elementary ranks #795 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ross Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ross Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Ross Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Ross Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ross Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ross Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

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

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