Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwind Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwind Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwind Elementary School's student population of 686 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwind Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwind Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#552 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
82%
21%
White
3%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwind Elementary School's ranking?
Southwind Elementary School is ranked #552 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Southwind Elementary School often compared to?
Southwind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germanshire Elementary School, Power Center Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Southwind Elementary School?
686 students attend Southwind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Southwind Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwind Elementary School?
Southwind Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwind Elementary School offer ?
Southwind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southwind Elementary School part of?
Southwind Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwind Elementary School located?
Southwind Elementary School is located in the Lakes of Forest Hill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakes of Forest Hill.
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