Very Good
#30 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 10% of private schools
Woodland Presbyterian School
Elementary School
5217 PARK AVE, Memphis, TN 38119
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#30 of 284
In Memphis
#8 of 30
public schools
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Woodland Presbyterian School
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About Woodland Presbyterian School
Woodland Presbyterian School is a private elementary school in Memphis, TN. Woodland Presbyterian School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodland Presbyterian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Woodland Presbyterian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Woodland Presbyterian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Woodland Presbyterian School compares to 166 public schools serving similar grades in Memphis, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Woodland Presbyterian School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Sea Isle Elementary | 5.0 |
| Colonial Middle | 4.4 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary | 6.7 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary | 8.5 |
| Richland Elementary | 8.7 |
| Leadership Preparatory Charter School | 8.8 |
| Memphis Merit Academy | 7.1 |
| White Station Middle | 7.7 |
| Cornerstone Prep School | 7.0 |
| White Station Elementary | 7.7 |
| Evans Elementary | 6.8 |
| Avon School | 5.7 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary | 6.6 |
| Ridgeway Middle | 4.1 |
| Campus School | 8.0 |
| South Park Elementary | 4.9 |
| Sherwood Elementary | 3.4 |
| Aurora Collegiate Academy | 8.3 |
| University Middle | 9.8 |
| Sherwood Middle | 3.8 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5217 PARK AVE, Memphis, TN 38119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodland Presbyterian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 0.6 mi | — |
| Sea Isle Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Colonial Middle Memphis | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY Memphis | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| White Station High Memphis | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Overton High Memphis | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Memphis | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Ridgeway High Memphis | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Richland Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Willow Oaks Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Memphis Merit Academy Memphis | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,325
Median Home Value
$279,100
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
22,332
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highland Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.7 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis, TN | 7.7 |
| Memphis Business Academy Elementary School Memphis, TN | 7.7 |
| Nolachuckey Elementary Greeneville, TN | 7.7 |
| Red Boiling Springs Elementary Red Boiling Springs, TN | 7.7 |
| Barger Academy of Fine Arts Chattanooga, TN | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodland Presbyterian School
What grades does Woodland Presbyterian School serve?
Woodland Presbyterian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Woodland Presbyterian School?
Woodland Presbyterian School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodland Presbyterian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodland Presbyterian School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Woodland Presbyterian School rank in TN?
Woodland Presbyterian School ranks #30 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Woodland Presbyterian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodland Presbyterian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Woodland Presbyterian School a private school?
Yes, Woodland Presbyterian School is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Woodland Presbyterian School a religious school?
Woodland Presbyterian School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Presbyterian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 685-0976
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