Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Delano Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Delano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Delano Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Delano Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Delano Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
93%
21%
White
n/a
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delano Elementary School's ranking?
Delano Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Delano Elementary School?
283 students attend Delano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Delano Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Delano Elementary School?
Delano Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Delano Elementary School offer ?
Delano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Delano Elementary School part of?
Delano Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Delano Elementary School located?
Delano Elementary School is located in the Frayser neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 21 other public schools located in Frayser.
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