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#1402 of 1,786 schools in TN
Sea Isle Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
5250 Sea Isle Rd, Memphis, TN 38117
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,402 of 1,786
In Memphis
#108 of 199
public schools
In district
#113 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Sea Isle Elementary
Sea Isle Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Sea Isle Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sea Isle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,402 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Sea Isle Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Sea Isle Elementary — Students at Sea Isle Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 23 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: 3.1/10.
How Sea Isle Elementary Compares
See how Sea Isle Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5250 Sea Isle Rd, Memphis, TN 38117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sea Isle Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leadership Preparatory Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Colonial Middle Memphis | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 1.3 mi | — |
| Overton High Memphis | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Cornerstone Prep School Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Memphis Merit Academy Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Evans Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Ridgeway High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| White Station High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Wooddale High Memphis | 2.6 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,688
Median Home Value
$287,500
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
26,327
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.6
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| Crestview Elementary Covington, TN | 5.0 |
| Hickory Creek School Mcminnville, TN | 5.0 |
| Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro, TN | 5.0 |
| Libertas Memphis, TN | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sea Isle Elementary
What grades does Sea Isle Elementary serve?
Sea Isle Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sea Isle Elementary?
Sea Isle Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sea Isle Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sea Isle Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sea Isle Elementary rank in TN?
Sea Isle Elementary ranks #1,402 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Sea Isle Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sea Isle Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Sea Isle Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sea Isle Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Sea Isle Elementary a charter school?
No, Sea Isle Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sea Isle Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sea Isle 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
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-2104
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #113 of 202
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