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#869 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 49% in state

Whitehaven Elementary

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

4783 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#869 of 1,786

In Memphis

#61 of 199

public schools

In district

#62 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Whitehaven Elementary

6.5/10

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

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5.4/10

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About Whitehaven Elementary

Whitehaven Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Whitehaven Elementary serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitehaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #869 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Whitehaven Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Whitehaven 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 Data10
Annual Change-0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism45.2%

Whitehaven Elementary — Students at Whitehaven Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 20.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
13.8%
ELA
23.6%
2025
Math
31.1%
ELA
31.3%

* 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 Whitehaven Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in TN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.2%

Location

4783 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN 38116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitehaven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westhaven Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 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
Whitehaven High Memphis 0.2 mi 5.4
City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis 0.6 mi 5.1
City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis 0.6 mi 7.4
City University School of Independence Memphis 0.6 mi
Holmes Road Elementary Memphis 0.9 mi 4.5
Havenview Middle Memphis 0.9 mi 4.3
Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis 1.1 mi 5.1
Hillcrest High School Memphis 1.3 mi 4.3
J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.3 mi 6.4
Oakshire Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 3.5
Westhaven Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 6.2
Fairley High School Memphis 1.5 mi 2.1
Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis 1.8 mi 5.6
A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis 1.9 mi 3.9
Gardenview Elementary Memphis 2.1 mi 4.2
Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis 2.2 mi 9.1
SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven 2.7 mi 5.0
HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven 2.9 mi 4.6
Geeter School Memphis 2.5 mi 5.9
Winchester Elementary Memphis 2.8 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,663

Median Home Value

$125,800

Median Rent

$1,035/mo

Population

41,393

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

44%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

29.7%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitehaven Elementary

What grades does Whitehaven Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Whitehaven Elementary?

Whitehaven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitehaven Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitehaven Elementary is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitehaven Elementary rank in TN?

Whitehaven Elementary ranks #869 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Whitehaven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitehaven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Whitehaven Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitehaven Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Whitehaven Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Whitehaven Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.2%

District

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

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