Very Good
#367 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 21% in state
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
2605 Sam Cooper Blvd, Memphis, TN 38112
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#367 of 1,786
In Memphis
#23 of 199
public schools
In district
#24 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About William Herbert Brewster Elementary School
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. William Herbert Brewster Elementary School serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. William Herbert Brewster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for William Herbert Brewster Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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William Herbert Brewster Elementary School — Students at William Herbert Brewster Elementary School score 29% 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: 8.8/10.
How William Herbert Brewster Elementary School Compares
See how William Herbert Brewster Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2605 Sam Cooper Blvd, Memphis, TN 38112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Herbert Brewster Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Idlewild Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Springdale Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Community School Binghampton Campus Memphis | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus Memphis | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Lester Prep Memphis | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Springdale Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Exceptional Children Special Placements Memphis | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Middle College High Memphis | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Maxine Smith STEAM Academy Memphis | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| East High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Snowden Elementary/Middle Memphis | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School Memphis | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| LORDS TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.8 mi | — |
| Promise Academy Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Idlewild Elementary Memphis | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Compass Community School Midtown Campus Memphis | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| BRINKLEY HEIGHTS URBAN ACADEMY Memphis | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Treadwell Middle School Memphis | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Peabody Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,639
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
16,798
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
32.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga, TN | 7.8 |
| Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro, TN | 7.8 |
| Delano Elementary Memphis, TN | 7.8 |
| Discovery School Murfreesboro, TN | 7.8 |
| Eastview Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.8 |
| Ft Sanders Education Development Center Knoxville, TN | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Herbert Brewster Elementary School
What grades does William Herbert Brewster Elementary School serve?
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William Herbert Brewster Elementary School?
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Herbert Brewster Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Herbert Brewster Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Herbert Brewster Elementary School rank in TN?
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School ranks #367 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is William Herbert Brewster Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Herbert Brewster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 William Herbert Brewster Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Herbert Brewster Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is William Herbert Brewster Elementary School a charter school?
No, William Herbert Brewster Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Herbert Brewster Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William Herbert Brewster Elementary School 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
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (901) 416-7150
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #24 of 202
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