Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School's student population of 433 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1486 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%

Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
9%
15%

Black
85%
21%

White
3%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School is ranked #1486 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School?
433 students attend Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School?
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School part of?
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School located?
Raleigh-bartlett Meadows Elementary School is located in the Stage Park Meadows neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Stage Park Meadows.
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