Serving 579 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Idlewild Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idlewild Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Idlewild Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idlewild 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 Idlewild Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#184 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
44%
21%
White
40%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idlewild Elementary School's ranking?
Idlewild Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Idlewild Elementary School often compared to?
Idlewild Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peabody Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Idlewild Elementary School?
579 students attend Idlewild Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Idlewild Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idlewild Elementary School?
Idlewild Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Idlewild Elementary School offer ?
Idlewild Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Idlewild Elementary School part of?
Idlewild Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Idlewild Elementary School located?
Idlewild Elementary School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown.
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