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#1305 of 1,786 schools in TN
Sharpe Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3431 Sharpe Rd, Memphis, TN 38111
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,305 of 1,786
In Memphis
#96 of 199
public schools
In district
#98 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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About Sharpe Elementary
Sharpe Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Sharpe Elementary serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharpe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,305 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Sharpe Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 14% 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
37% of students at Sharpe 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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Sharpe Elementary — Students at Sharpe Elementary score 21% 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: 5.4/10.
How Sharpe Elementary Compares
See how Sharpe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3431 Sharpe Rd, Memphis, TN 38111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharpe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leadership Preparatory Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Campus School (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkway Village Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Sherwood Middle Memphis | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Cherokee Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| American Way Middle Memphis | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Sherwood Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| South Park Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Getwell Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Compass Community School Orange Mound Campus Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Melrose High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Parkway Village Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Arrow Academy of Excellence Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ST LUKE'S DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 2.2 mi | — |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Dunbar Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Campus School Memphis | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Bethel Grove Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| University Middle Memphis | 2.6 mi | 9.8 |
| University High School Memphis | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,806
Median Home Value
$165,200
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
43,308
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
45.7%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Median Age
32.9
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 Sharpe Elementary
What grades does Sharpe Elementary serve?
Sharpe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sharpe Elementary?
Sharpe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharpe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharpe Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharpe Elementary rank in TN?
Sharpe Elementary ranks #1,305 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Sharpe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharpe 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 Sharpe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharpe Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Sharpe Elementary a charter school?
No, Sharpe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharpe Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sharpe 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
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (901) 416-5020
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #98 of 202
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