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Westhaven Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

4585 Hodge, Memphis, TN 38109

Enrollment

746

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#986 of 1,786

In Memphis

#68 of 199

public schools

In district

#70 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Westhaven Elementary

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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2.1/10

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About Westhaven Elementary

Westhaven Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Westhaven Elementary serves approximately 746 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westhaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #986 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Westhaven Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 22% 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

52% of students at Westhaven Elementary 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 Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.69 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.3% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism51.9%

Westhaven Elementary — Students at Westhaven 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 24.2% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 22.0% (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
28%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
11.2%
ELA
15.3%
2025
Math
30.3%
ELA
32.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Westhaven Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in TN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

Location

4585 Hodge, Memphis, TN 38109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westhaven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairley High School Memphis 0.8 mi 2.1
Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis 0.9 mi 5.1
Geeter School Memphis 1.1 mi 5.9
J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.4 mi 6.4
Whitehaven Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 6.5
Whitehaven High Memphis 1.5 mi 5.4
Levi Elementary Memphis 1.7 mi 3.8
Holmes Road Elementary Memphis 1.7 mi 4.5
Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis 1.7 mi 5.3
City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis 2.0 mi 5.1
City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis 2.0 mi 7.4
City University School of Independence Memphis 2.0 mi
Hillcrest High School Memphis 2.1 mi 4.3
Havenview Middle Memphis 2.2 mi 4.3
Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose Memphis 2.3 mi 7.6
Westwood High Memphis 2.4 mi 4.1
Chickasaw Middle Memphis 2.6 mi 2.5
Ford Road Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 2.5
Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 5.6
Oakshire Elementary Memphis 2.8 mi 3.5

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westhaven Elementary

What grades does Westhaven Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Westhaven Elementary?

Westhaven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 746 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westhaven Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Westhaven Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westhaven Elementary rank in TN?

Westhaven Elementary ranks #986 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Westhaven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Westhaven Elementary 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 Westhaven Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westhaven Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Westhaven Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Westhaven Elementary a Title I school?

No, Westhaven Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
746
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

District

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

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