Below Average
#1480 of 1,786 schools in TN
Treadwell Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3538 Given Ave, Memphis, TN 38122
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,480 of 1,786
In Memphis
#121 of 199
public schools
In district
#122 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Treadwell Elementary
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About Treadwell Elementary
Treadwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Treadwell Elementary serves approximately 874 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Treadwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,480 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Treadwell Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Treadwell 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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Treadwell Elementary — Students at Treadwell Elementary score 12% 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
↓ 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: 6.0/10.
How Treadwell Elementary Compares
See how Treadwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3538 Given Ave, Memphis, TN 38122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Treadwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wells Station Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Compass Community School Berclair Campus (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Herbert Brewster Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Treadwell Middle School Memphis | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Compass Community School Berclair Campus Memphis | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Grahamwood Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Kingsbury Middle Memphis | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Kingsbury High Memphis | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| Douglass High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Memphis | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Douglass Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.5 mi | 1.9 |
| Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus Memphis | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Lester Prep Memphis | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| East High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Jackson Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Wells Station Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| William Herbert Brewster Elementary School Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Springdale Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Promise Academy Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,456
Median Home Value
$108,200
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
25,310
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crump Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Eakin Elementary Shelbyville, TN | 4.7 |
| Getwell Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.7 |
| Blackman Elementary School Murfreesboro, TN | 4.8 |
| Guild Elementary Gallatin, TN | 4.8 |
| Lucie E. Campbell Elementary Memphis, TN | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Treadwell Elementary
What grades does Treadwell Elementary serve?
Treadwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Treadwell Elementary?
Treadwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 874 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Treadwell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Treadwell Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Treadwell Elementary rank in TN?
Treadwell Elementary ranks #1,480 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Treadwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Treadwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Treadwell Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Treadwell Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Treadwell Elementary a charter school?
No, Treadwell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Treadwell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Treadwell 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
- 874
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (901) 416-6130
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #122 of 202
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