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#1435 of 1,786 schools in TN

Rozelle Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

993 Roland, Memphis, TN 38114

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,435 of 1,786

In Memphis

#111 of 199

public schools

In district

#114 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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4.9/10

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About Rozelle Elementary

Rozelle Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Rozelle Elementary serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rozelle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,435 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Rozelle Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.2 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Rozelle Elementary — Students at Rozelle Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 27.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
15.2%
ELA
31.6%
2025
Math
17.7%
ELA
26%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Rozelle Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
20th percentile in TN
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

993 Roland, Memphis, TN 38114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rozelle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Idlewild Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Memphis 0.5 mi 8.0
GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis 1.0 mi 6.8
Hamilton School Memphis 1.0 mi 5.7
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis 1.1 mi
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis 1.1 mi
Bellevue Middle Memphis 1.1 mi 3.5
Peabody Elementary Memphis 1.0 mi 4.4
Bruce Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 5.8
Central High Memphis 1.2 mi 4.1
Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.1 mi 4.8
Idlewild Elementary Memphis 1.2 mi 9.0
Hamilton High Memphis 1.4 mi 2.5
Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis 1.3 mi 5.9
Soulsville Charter School Memphis 1.3 mi 5.5
Compass Community School Midtown Campus Memphis 1.5 mi 7.5
Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis 1.4 mi 6.4
Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis 1.5 mi 3.3
Veritas College Preparatory Memphis 1.8 mi 4.7
Memphis College Preparatory Memphis 1.8 mi 2.1
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis 1.8 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,080

Median Home Value

$79,000

Median Rent

$897/mo

Population

20,440

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

46.2%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

32%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rozelle Elementary

What grades does Rozelle Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Rozelle Elementary?

Rozelle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rozelle Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rozelle Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rozelle Elementary rank in TN?

Rozelle Elementary ranks #1,435 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Rozelle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rozelle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Rozelle Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rozelle Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Rozelle Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rozelle Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

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

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