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Vision Preparatory Charter School

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

260 Joubert AVE, Memphis, TN 38109

Charter

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#985 of 1,786

In Memphis

#67 of 199

public schools

In district

#69 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Vision Preparatory Charter School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Memphis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Vision Preparatory Charter School

Vision Preparatory Charter School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Vision Preparatory Charter School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Vision Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #985 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Vision Preparatory Charter School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Vision Preparatory Charter School 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.

Vision Preparatory Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

47% of students at Vision Preparatory Charter School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism47.2%

Vision Preparatory Charter School — Students at Vision Preparatory Charter School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 7.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 15.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 17 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
8.4%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
11.1%
ELA
14%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Vision Preparatory Charter School Compares

See how Vision Preparatory Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in TN
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

Location

260 Joubert AVE, Memphis, TN 38109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vision Preparatory Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Memphis Delta Preparatory (rated 5.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hamilton School (rated 5.7/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Riverview Elementary/Middle Memphis 0.1 mi 3.7
Carver College and Career Academy Memphis 0.7 mi
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas Memphis 1.1 mi 5.3
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt Memphis 1.1 mi 4.8
CREATIVE LIFE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi
A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis 1.6 mi 4.5
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis 2.3 mi 5.9
Larose Elementary Memphis 2.4 mi 5.2
Ford Road Elementary Memphis 2.6 mi 2.5
Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis 2.4 mi 3.3
Mitchell High Memphis 2.8 mi 5.0
B. T. Washington High Memphis 2.8 mi 4.5
Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis 2.6 mi 6.4
Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis 2.6 mi 5.9
Soulsville Charter School Memphis 2.7 mi 5.5
Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis 3.0 mi 4.8
Levi Elementary Memphis 3.6 mi 3.8
Hamilton School Memphis 3.1 mi 5.7
Medical District High School Memphis 3.5 mi 6.6
Downtown Elementary Memphis 3.7 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,934

Median Home Value

$76,600

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

43,764

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

38.5

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Mary Blount Elementary Maryville, TN 6.2
Oak Grove Elementary School Cleveland, TN 6.2
Byrns Darden Elementary Clarksville, TN 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vision Preparatory Charter School

What grades does Vision Preparatory Charter School serve?

Vision Preparatory Charter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Vision Preparatory Charter School?

Vision Preparatory Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vision Preparatory Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Vision Preparatory Charter School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vision Preparatory Charter School rank in TN?

Vision Preparatory Charter School ranks #985 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Vision Preparatory Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Vision Preparatory Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Vision Preparatory Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vision Preparatory Charter School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Vision Preparatory Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Vision Preparatory Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Vision Preparatory Charter School a Title I school?

No, Vision Preparatory Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

District

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

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