Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grahamwood 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 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grahamwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Grahamwood Elementary School's student population of 850 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
57 teachers
School Motto
The Gold Standard for Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Grahamwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grahamwood Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#332 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
39%
16%
Black
31%
20%
White
18%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grahamwood Elementary School's ranking?
Grahamwood Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,728 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Grahamwood Elementary School?
850 students attend Grahamwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Grahamwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What grades does Grahamwood Elementary School offer ?
Grahamwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grahamwood Elementary School part of?
Grahamwood Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Grahamwood Elementary School located?
Grahamwood Elementary School is located in the Grahamwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Grahamwood.
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