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Shelby Oaks Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

6053 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38134

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,198 of 1,786

In Memphis

#84 of 199

public schools

In district

#87 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Shelby Oaks Elementary

5.6/10

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About Shelby Oaks Elementary

Shelby Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Shelby Oaks Elementary serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shelby Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,198 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Shelby Oaks Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

Shelby Oaks Elementary — Students at Shelby Oaks Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 21.5% (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
49%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
16.8%
ELA
18.7%
2025
Math
31.1%
ELA
30.6%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Shelby Oaks Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in TN
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

Location

6053 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shelby Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bartlett Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Collegiate Academy (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis 0.4 mi 7.9
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Memphis 1.0 mi 9.2
Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett 1.4 mi 5.9
Memphis Rise Academy Memphis 1.8 mi 8.0
Bartlett High School Bartlett 2.2 mi 7.3
Beacon College Preparatory Memphis 2.0 mi 5.9
Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 3.8
Dexter School Cordova 2.1 mi 3.9
Altruria Elementary Bartlett 2.8 mi 6.9
White Station Middle Memphis 2.9 mi 7.7
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Memphis 3.2 mi 5.5
GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis 3.0 mi
Richland Elementary Memphis 3.1 mi 8.7
Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis 3.0 mi 8.3
OLIVIA'S MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Memphis 3.0 mi
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis 3.0 mi 7.7
Craigmont High Memphis 3.3 mi 3.7
Berclair Elementary Memphis 3.1 mi 5.9
Craigmont Middle Memphis 3.5 mi 6.3
Bartlett Elementary School Bartlett 3.8 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,172

Median Home Value

$184,400

Median Rent

$1,147/mo

Population

42,500

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

49%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shelby Oaks Elementary

What grades does Shelby Oaks Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Shelby Oaks Elementary?

Shelby Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shelby Oaks Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shelby Oaks 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 Shelby Oaks Elementary rank in TN?

Shelby Oaks Elementary ranks #1,198 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Shelby Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shelby Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Shelby Oaks Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shelby Oaks Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Shelby Oaks Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shelby Oaks Elementary a Title I school?

No, Shelby Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

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

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