Excellent
#66 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 4% in state
Southwind Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
8155 Meadow Vale Dr, Memphis, TN 38125
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#66 of 1,786
In Memphis
#7 of 199
public schools
In district
#7 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Southwind Elementary
Southwind Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Southwind Elementary serves approximately 661 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwind Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Southwind Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Southwind Elementary — Students at Southwind Elementary score 53% 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
→ 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: 8.9/10.
How Southwind Elementary Compares
See how Southwind Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8155 Meadow Vale Dr, Memphis, TN 38125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwind Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Hill Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Germantown), with a very similar rating. Another option is Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oak Forest Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Power Center Academy Middle - Southeast Memphis | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Power Center Academy Elementary - Southeast Memphis | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwind High Memphis | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Highland Oaks Middle Memphis | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Germanshire Elementary Germantown | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Oak Forest Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Forest Hill Elementary School Germantown | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Germantown Online Academy of Learning Germantown | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Germantown Middle Germantown | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Ross Elementary Memphis | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTER HILL MIDDLE Olive Branch | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Bluff City High School Memphis | 2.8 mi | 2.0 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Kirby Middle School Memphis | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| OVERPARK ELEMENTARY Olive Branch | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,184
Median Home Value
$230,400
Median Rent
$1,440/mo
Population
42,793
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bailey Station Elementary School Collierville, TN | 9.0 |
| Burks Elementary Monterey, TN | 9.0 |
| Clovercroft Elementary School Franklin, TN | 9.0 |
| Donelson Elementary Arlington, TN | 9.0 |
| Dorothy And Noble Harrelson School Puryear, TN | 9.0 |
| Idlewild Elementary Memphis, TN | 9.0 |
Compare Southwind Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareSouthwind Elementary vs Memphis STEM AcademyMemphis, TN Peer score 9.4/10 +0.4 vs Southwind Elementary
- CompareSouthwind Elementary vs Compass Community School Hickory Hill CampusMemphis, TN Peer score 9.4/10 +0.4 vs Southwind Elementary
- CompareSouthwind Elementary vs Freedom Prep Elementary - MillbranchMemphis, TN Peer score 9.1/10 +0.1 vs Southwind Elementary
- CompareSouthwind Elementary vs Leadership Preparatory Charter SchoolMemphis, TN Peer score 8.8/10 -0.2 vs Southwind Elementary
- CompareSouthwind Elementary vs Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MSMemphis, TN Peer score 5.9/10 -3.1 vs Southwind Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwind Elementary
What grades does Southwind Elementary serve?
Southwind Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southwind Elementary?
Southwind Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 661 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwind Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwind Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwind Elementary rank in TN?
Southwind Elementary ranks #66 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Southwind Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwind Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Southwind Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwind Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Southwind Elementary a charter school?
No, Southwind Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwind Elementary a Title I school?
No, Southwind 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
- 661
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (901) 416-2805
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #7 of 202
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