The top reported proficiency rate is 16% in English language arts. The lowest is 9% in Social studies.
Original Research by School Decision on Gardenview Elementary
Gardenview Elementary is a regular public school in Memphis, Tennessee, serving students from pre‑kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the Memphis‑Shelby County Schools district. The school has a small enrollment for an elementary, and the student body is predominantly Black, with a smaller share of Hispanic students and a very small number of students of two or more races. Information on free or reduced‑price lunch eligibility, special education, and English learner status was not available in the data.
On state assessments, Gardenview’s proficiency rates are low. In math and English language arts, the share of students scoring at the proficient or above level is modest, and science proficiency is similarly low. Social studies results are only available from a school year several years ago, and that assessment has since changed, so those numbers should be treated with caution. The school’s overall proficiency across tested subjects places it in the bottom quarter when compared with other districts in Shelby County. Since the school does not serve grades beyond elementary, there is no graduation rate. A parent considering Gardenview may want to ask the school directly about academic supports, interventions, and how the school works to improve student outcomes.
The surrounding community is Memphis, a city with well‑known cultural and civic anchors. Tom Lee Park, a downtown riverfront park along the Mississippi River, underwent a major renovation that added ballcourts, trails, and bike stands. Shelby Farms Park in East Memphis is one of the largest urban parks in the United States. Overton Park in midtown houses the Memphis Zoo and sits next to Rhodes College. Beale Street serves as a historic entertainment district. The Memphis Public Libraries system serves the city, and the Memphis Area Transit Authority provides public bus service. The Mississippi River is a defining geographic feature. FedExForum downtown is home to the NBA’s Memphis Grizzlies, and cultural landmarks include the National Civil Rights Museum, Graceland, Sun Studio, and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music.
Housing in the area around Gardenview is moderately priced compared to national averages. The typical home value is below the state and national benchmarks, and rents are also moderate. For a family, mortgage and rent costs relative to income are within a typical range.
The district itself, Memphis‑Shelby County Schools, has been the subject of public discussion regarding school closures and a property tax referendum in recent years, but the data did not include details on those developments. A parent may want to look into the district’s current plans for school facilities and funding to understand how they might affect Gardenview.
Gardenview Elementary is a small, neighborhood school with a clear demographic profile and academic performance that falls below county averages across tested subjects. Families who value a close‑knit setting in a city with abundant parks and cultural resources may find it a fit, but the academic numbers are an area to explore further with the school.
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