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#1304 of 1,786 schools in TN
Scenic Hills Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3450 Scenic Hwy, Memphis, TN 38128
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,304 of 1,786
In Memphis
#95 of 199
public schools
In district
#97 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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About Scenic Hills Elementary
Scenic Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Scenic Hills Elementary serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Scenic Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,304 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Scenic Hills Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Scenic Hills 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.
39% of students at Scenic Hills 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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Scenic Hills Elementary — Students at Scenic Hills Elementary score 16% 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Scenic Hills Elementary Compares
See how Scenic Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3450 Scenic Hwy, Memphis, TN 38128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scenic Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jackson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Egypt Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Star Academy Memphis | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| BREATH OF LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Journey Coleman School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.9 mi | 1.9 |
| Douglass High Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Trezevant High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Grandview Heights Middle School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Libertas Memphis | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Keystone Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Egypt Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Raleigh-Egypt High Memphis | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Promise Academy Memphis | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Kingsbury Middle Memphis | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Kingsbury High Memphis | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,166
Median Home Value
$123,900
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
44,027
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arnold Memorial Elementary Cleveland, TN | 5.3 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis, TN | 5.3 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown, TN | 5.3 |
| Kittrell Elementary Readyville, TN | 5.3 |
| La Grange Moscow Elementary Moscow, TN | 5.3 |
| Northaven Elementary Memphis, TN | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scenic Hills Elementary
What grades does Scenic Hills Elementary serve?
Scenic Hills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Scenic Hills Elementary?
Scenic Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scenic Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Scenic Hills Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scenic Hills Elementary rank in TN?
Scenic Hills Elementary ranks #1,304 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Scenic Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Scenic Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Scenic Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Scenic Hills Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Scenic Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Scenic Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scenic Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Scenic Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (901) 416-4342
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #97 of 202
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