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Ross Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 940 students

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5 stars

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Posted April 10, 2013

ross is a great school for my kindergarten i would like her to stay at that school until she is out of school the only problem that i do have is the parking when school lets out you can't find a parking space cars will block you in therefore you cannot get out. The school have so much space that is not being used they should try to expand the lot and my only other issue is when it rains it would take 30 min before they let any one out because they are calling each child name one at a time.. But other than that i love this school!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 23, 2009

i have moved yearly causing my children to change schools every school year. Ross has been the 1st school to meet all of children's needs. I have 2 children who are accelerated learners and one who needs resource classes. They acted fast in meeting her specific needs and ensuring she was getting the attention she needed. Also, Ross gives my 2 accelerated learners a chance to shine and learn at a rate that doesnt 'bore' them! Thanks Ross for being a great school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 8, 2008

Great school my nephew goes there and he is a straight 'A' Student! I love the attention the teachers give!


Posted March 4, 2008

My son is second grade. This is one of the best schools in Memphis. I've heard some complaints about several others and it makes me feel proud to have him in the right school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 24, 2004

For 6 years the experience at Ross Elementary has been a wonderful experience under the Principalship of Mr. Richmond who has left us to offer that same wonderful experience and great leadership to students in middle school. I only hope that the new principal Mr. Smith will offer students the same great qualities that has been set as standards and displayed by Mr. Richmond. Under his leadership great teachers were created and I hope they decide to stay and provide the students with that same high level of education as before. So far Ross Elementary has served as a great school for the Hickory Hill Community and we all hope this tradition continues.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 10, 2004

Ross is a great school. Mr. Richmond, the Principal is a wonderful administrator. He cares about the children, and he is always fair. He respects the children, and they respect his authority. I would recommend this school to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 6, 2004

Ross has a very caring staff. You can see a difference in ross' students compared to other students in the area. They also have a great reading program. My children are reading above their grade level. They love to read.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 2, 2003

Great school overall. The school has a lot to offer the children.
—Submitted by Yolanda Topps, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 55% in 2012.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
24%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 46% in 2012.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
15%

2011

 
 
23%

2010

 
 
17%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
22%

2010

 
 
19%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2012.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
13%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 48% in 2012.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
23%

2010

 
 
22%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

117 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
11%

2010

 
 
11%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 54% in 2012.

174 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
19%

2010

 
 
16%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 57% in 2012.

174 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
39%

2011

 
 
24%

2010

 
 
28%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

174 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
11%

2010

 
 
8%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students31%
African American30%
Hispanic36%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged31%
Students with disabilities50%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students15%
African American15%
Hispanic18%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged14%
Students with disabilities33%

Science

All Students21%
African American21%
Hispanic18%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged21%
Students with disabilities42%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students28%
African American26%
Hispanic46%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged24%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students30%
African American27%
Hispanic55%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged25%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students21%
African American18%
Hispanic46%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged17%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

Math

All Students31%
African American30%
Hispanic42%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged27%
Students with disabilities26%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students39%
African American39%
Hispanic50%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged37%
Students with disabilities33%

Science

All Students14%
African American12%
Hispanic33%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged13%
Students with disabilities22%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) Achievement Test to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading/language arts, math and science. The TCAP is a standards-based test that measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Tennessee. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Tennessee Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Tennessee's state standards

Source: Tennessee Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 91% 25%
Hispanic 8% 5%
White 1% 68%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 76%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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4890 Ross Rd
Memphis, TN 38141
Phone: (901) 416-1990

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