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Holmes Road Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 713 students

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Posted May 31, 2012

I love Holmes Rd. Elementary!! I hove been involved and has had children to attend this school since it opened in 2004.. I've not had any problems with neither of the principals nor any of the teachers.. All of them seem to have a genuine love and care for the students.. Mr.Fant, Mrs.Campbell, Mrs.B. Williams,Mrs,Stokes, Ms. Evans, and the list goes on and on with the staff and the superb job they do as teachers!! Thank you guys!! Much!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 12, 2009

This school is doing a fine job my children have successfully learned at this school on the other hand i think you should add 1 advanced class per grade.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 29, 2009

My kids are Holmes Rd scholars and I have been fine with the teachers thus far, with kids going into the 5th and 3rd for the 2009 school yr. I care very little of the principals but their not the ones teaching my children so I find myself looking past them. Overall, decent school....but needs principals that are there 'to empower the children' as they love to enforce and not principals there to 'look cute'! WOW!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 17, 2008

I use to think Holmes Rd Elementary was a good school. I am still pleased with some of the teachers I had met. But, I am very disappointed with the Principal of Holmes Road Elementary. Based on previous conversation/experience with the Principal, he appears to be arrogant, unconcerned about the students. I expect teachers and leaders of the school system to be an advocate for our children as it relates to their education. I expect the leaders to make an attempt to work along with the parents so the children can achieve and be productive citizens of our environment. What ever happen to the 'ole school' teachers and principals who cared about our children?
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2008

Holmes Road is a great school. Mrs. Phifer (5th) and Mrs Pate(4th) are examples of teachers who not there only to get paid, but have a love and concern for the children's future.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2008

My daughter attended Holmes Road the first day the doors opened she was in kindergarten. She graduated from Holmes Road (5th grade). My son presently attends and has been there since pre-k and is now a second grader. The principal, vice and teachers are excellent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 12, 2006

I love Holmes Road Elem. My two children have been attending this school for three years now and they love it. I especially love the new principal and the great staff. Holmes Rd offers many extracurricular activities and has high standards for each student to excel.
—Submitted by Alisha Bowen, a parent


Posted February 22, 2005

Overall I think Holmes Elm. is good for my child. There are some good teachers there especially Ms. Phifer. She puts me in mind of an (ole school) teacher. I see she's not there for just a paycheck. She's really expects her class to do its best(very challanging) She sees the potential in the children. Ms. Oakley is also good for my nephew who is in kindergarten. I see the difference in him also. I do belive the children need to get outside more. Being in class all day a child probably can't focus as well as well being in all day. I have also noticed that they can't talk much at lunch. On my visits they are told to be quiet a lot. I understand they shouldn't be loud. But should be able to talk a little. I don't think its the only school that does though.
—Submitted by C McNutt, a parent


Posted July 31, 2004

I am pleased with the way holmes rd has improved. My children are excelling and their self esteem has increased. Thanks to the faculity and staff for job well done.
—Submitted by a parent


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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.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
20%

2011

 
 
25%

2010

 
 
23%
Reading/Language Arts

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

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
17%

2010

 
 
17%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
15%

2010

 
 
22%
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.

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
12%

2011

 
 
12%

2010

 
 
15%
Reading/Language Arts

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

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
18%

2010

 
 
19%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
18%

2011

 
 
10%

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.

110 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
18%

2011

 
 
31%

2010

 
 
9%
Reading/Language Arts

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

110 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
26%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
19%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

110 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
23%

2011

 
 
16%

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

All Students20%
African American20%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged20%
Students with disabilities18%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students17%
African American16%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged15%
Students with disabilities18%

Science

All Students16%
African American15%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged15%
Students with disabilities27%
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 Students12%
African American12%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged10%
Students with disabilities20%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students28%
African American27%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged26%
Students with disabilities67%

Science

All Students18%
African American17%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged14%
Students with disabilities47%
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 Students18%
African American19%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged17%
Students with disabilities13%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students26%
African American26%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged24%
Students with disabilities19%

Science

All Students23%
African American23%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged22%
Students with disabilities19%
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 99% 25%
Hispanic 1% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
White 0% 68%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 78%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 20N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1083 Holmes Rd
Memphis, TN 38116
Phone: (901) 416-6469

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