The top reported proficiency rate is 84% in Science. The lowest is 72% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Campus School
Campus School is a regular public elementary school in Memphis that serves kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools system. The school is located on the campus of the University of Memphis, a setting that may offer a distinctive atmosphere for a public elementary school.
The student body is mixed in its composition. White students make up a substantial share of the enrollment, with a smaller share of Black students, and smaller but comparable shares of Asian, Hispanic, and multiracial students. The data on how many students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common measure of household income, was not available. This gap means a family cannot assess the school's economic diversity from this data alone, and they may want to ask the school directly.
Academically, the school shows strong results on Tennessee's state assessments. In math, a large majority of students scored at the proficient or advanced level, a rate that is well above typical state averages. In English language arts, the share of students meeting proficiency was even higher. In science, the results were similarly strong, with a large majority of students performing at or above grade-level expectations. Social studies data was only available from a prior year and under a different test format, so it is not directly comparable. The school's participation rate on all three main tests was at full participation, which strengthens confidence in the results. For a family focused on elementary-level academic performance, these proficiency rates are a clear strength.
Because the school only serves elementary grades, there is no high school graduation rate to consider, and no data on advanced coursework, career pathways, or dual-enrollment programs. That is not a weakness of the school but simply a function of its grade band.
The school is not a charter school, and its magnet status was not specified in the data. Information on its Title I designation, staffing ratios, and discipline rates was also absent. Without that, a family looking for specifics on teacher experience, class size, or school climate will need to follow up directly.
Memphis is a large city on the Mississippi River with a well-documented set of cultural and civic assets. Publicly reported landmarks include the National Civil Rights Museum, Graceland, Sun Studio, and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. The city is home to the Memphis Grizzlies, who play at FedExForum downtown. The Memphis Area Transit Authority provides public bus service. Tom Lee Park, a downtown riverfront park, underwent a major renovation that added ballcourts, walking trails, and bike stands. Shelby Farms Park in East Memphis is one of the larger urban parks in the country. Overton Park houses the Memphis Zoo. The Memphis Public Libraries system serves residents across the city.
For a parent, Campus School offers strong elementary-level academic outcomes in a setting that is part of a large urban district. The location on a university campus may appeal to families who value that connection. The gaps in data on income demographics, special education rates, and English learner services mean that a family with specific support needs should inquire further. The school's academic results on state tests are the most notable point in its profile and suggest a strong foundation for students in the early grades.
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