Needs Improvement
#1643 of 1,786 schools in TN
Winchester Elementary
Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
3587 Boeingshire Dr, Memphis, TN 38116
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,643 of 1,786
In Memphis
#152 of 199
public schools
In district
#158 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Winchester Elementary
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About Winchester Elementary
Winchester Elementary is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Winchester Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Winchester Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,643 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Winchester Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.0
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Winchester 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
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Winchester Elementary — Students at Winchester Elementary score 14% 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: 5.0/10.
How Winchester Elementary Compares
See how Winchester Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3587 Boeingshire Dr, Memphis, TN 38116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winchester Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakhaven Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Millbranch Memphis | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Gardenview Elementary Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| A. Maceo Walker Middle Memphis | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Robert R. Church Elementary Memphis | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Southern Avenue Charter School Of Academic Excellence Creati Memphis | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hillcrest High School Memphis | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Alcy Elementary Memphis | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Invictus Academy at Airways Memphis | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| The Excel Center Memphis | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 2.5 mi | — |
| Oakhaven Middle Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Believe Memphis Academy Charter School Memphis | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Oakhaven High Memphis | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Oakhaven Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Veritas College Preparatory Memphis | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Memphis College Preparatory Memphis | 3.0 mi | 2.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Double Tree Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.9 |
| Hardy Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Jackson, TN | 3.9 |
| Mooreland Heights Elementary Knoxville, TN | 3.9 |
| East Elementary School Jackson, TN | 3.8 |
| Keystone Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winchester Elementary
What grades does Winchester Elementary serve?
Winchester Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Winchester Elementary?
Winchester Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winchester Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winchester Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winchester Elementary rank in TN?
Winchester Elementary ranks #1,643 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Winchester Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winchester Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Winchester Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winchester Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Winchester Elementary a charter school?
No, Winchester Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winchester Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winchester 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (901) 416-3152
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #158 of 202
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