Serving 821 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Oaks 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 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 821 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Oaks Elementary School's student population of 821 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
821 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Oaks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Oaks Elementary School is 0.23, which is less 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
#1395 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
87%
20%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Highland Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Oaks Elementary School is ranked #1395 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Highland Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwind Elementary School, Germanshire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Highland Oaks Elementary School?
821 students attend Highland Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Highland Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Highland Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Highland Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Oaks Elementary School part of?
Highland Oaks Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Highland Oaks Elementary School located?
Highland Oaks Elementary School is located in the Lake Village neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Village.
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