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#793 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 44% in state
Sheffield Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
4290 Chuck Ave, Memphis, TN 38118
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#793 of 1,786
In Memphis
#54 of 199
public schools
In district
#54 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Sheffield Elementary
Sheffield Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Sheffield Elementary serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheffield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #793 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Sheffield Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sheffield 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.
Score Breakdown
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Sheffield Elementary — Students at Sheffield 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
→ 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: 8.5/10.
How Sheffield Elementary Compares
See how Sheffield Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4290 Chuck Ave, Memphis, TN 38118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sheffield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leadership Preparatory Charter School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Power Center Academy Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parkway Village Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shrine School Memphis | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Sheffield High Memphis | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Memphis Virtual School Memphis | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Memphis Virtual Adult High School Memphis | 0.6 mi | — |
| Parkway Village Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Getwell Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis Merit Academy Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| American Way Middle Memphis | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Evans Elementary Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Cromwell Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| South Park Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Wooddale High Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Wooddale Middle School Memphis | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Overton High Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Cornerstone Prep School Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Power Center Academy High School Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary School Memphis | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,464
Median Home Value
$95,700
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
39,162
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
37.8%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.5%
Median Age
28.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allardt Elementary Allardt, TN | 6.7 |
| C Hal Henard Elementary Greeneville, TN | 6.7 |
| Caryville Elementary Caryville, TN | 6.7 |
| Collinwood Elementary Collinwood, TN | 6.7 |
| Ellen Myers Primary Harrogate, TN | 6.7 |
| Lenoir City Elementary Lenoir City, TN | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sheffield Elementary
What grades does Sheffield Elementary serve?
Sheffield Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sheffield Elementary?
Sheffield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheffield Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sheffield Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sheffield Elementary rank in TN?
Sheffield Elementary ranks #793 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Sheffield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sheffield 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 Sheffield Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sheffield Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Sheffield Elementary a charter school?
No, Sheffield Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sheffield Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sheffield 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
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.8%
- Phone
- (901) 416-2360
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #54 of 202
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