Below Average
#1519 of 1,786 schools in TN
Snowden Elementary/middle
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
1870 N Parkway, Memphis, TN 38112
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,519 of 1,786
In Memphis
#130 of 199
public schools
In district
#131 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Snowden Elementary/middle
Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Snowden Elementary/middle
Snowden Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Snowden Elementary/middle serves approximately 1,272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Snowden Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,519 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Snowden Elementary/middle show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Snowden Elementary/middle — Students at Snowden Elementary/middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 22 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: 3.3/10.
How Snowden Elementary/middle Compares
See how Snowden Elementary/middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1870 N Parkway, Memphis, TN 38112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Snowden Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Idlewild Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Perea Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Vollentine Elementary Memphis | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Compass Community School Midtown Campus Memphis | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Crosstown High School Memphis | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Idlewild Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| GRACE-ST LUKES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Perea Elementary School Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Springdale Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Compass Community School Binghampton Campus Memphis | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| William Herbert Brewster Elementary School Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis | 1.8 mi | — |
| 1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis | 1.8 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Central High Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Promise Academy Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Exceptional Children Special Placements Memphis | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,639
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
16,798
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
32.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chimneyrock Elementary School Cordova, TN | 4.5 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.5 |
| Ringgold Elementary Clarksville, TN | 4.3 |
| Treadwell Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN | 4.8 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis, TN | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Snowden Elementary/middle
What grades does Snowden Elementary/middle serve?
Snowden Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Snowden Elementary/middle?
Snowden Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Snowden Elementary/middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Snowden Elementary/middle is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Snowden Elementary/middle rank in TN?
Snowden Elementary/middle ranks #1,519 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Snowden Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Snowden Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Snowden Elementary/middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Snowden Elementary/middle has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Snowden Elementary/middle a charter school?
No, Snowden Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Snowden Elementary/middle a Title I school?
No, Snowden Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (901) 416-4621
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #131 of 202
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