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William Herbert Brewster Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 592 students

 

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Posted January 22, 2013

WH Brewster is a wonderful school. Sadly they face many challenges including language barriers and some parental apathy. I feel that they give 110% and really love the kids. My son is in Optional, Clue, and scored above average on all parts of the T-CAP in 3rd grade, and is well on his way to do just as well in the 4th grade. Overall the T-CAP scores for students at this school are low, but I feel that the school is not to blame because they constantly reach out to parents and encourage them to get involved. I am pleased with the school and don t have a single complaint despite what some people might think. I think some people are missing out on a diamond in the rough.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2011

I had the misfortune of working at this horrible school for several years. The staff is top-notch, but the administration is the very worst sort you can have in Memphis. More concerned with appearances and reaching state-mandated test scores than education, every decision is made around making the administration look good rather than supporting the teachers. I would never send my child to this school despite the fact that there are many great teachers there. I hope and pray that every teacher there can find a job elsewhere. After 3 years of not reaching the required test-scores, there ins't a bright future for this school. Send your kids elsewhere if you can.


Posted August 11, 2011

william herbert brewster school is a excellent school.the teachers and principle are tops.My daughter attended this school third grade until fifth grade.My daughter has aspergers syndrome its a form of autism the teachers and staff did a great job in helping with her disabilities and academic success she was an honer role student while attending this school. Darneisha loved this school and so did I.We will miss yall!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 12, 2007

Great school and exellent leadership.
—Submitted by Jim, 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.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
34%

2010

 
 
22%
Reading/Language Arts

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

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
15%

2011

 
 
18%

2010

 
 
14%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
23%
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.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
23%

2011

 
 
25%

2010

 
 
15%
Reading/Language Arts

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

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
22%

2011

 
 
17%

2010

 
 
18%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
9%

2010

 
 
5%
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.

103 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
27%

2011

 
 
17%

2010

 
 
9%
Reading/Language Arts

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

103 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
27%

2011

 
 
20%

2010

 
 
17%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

103 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
20%

2011

 
 
12%

2010

 
 
12%
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 Students25%
African American25%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged22%
Students with disabilities17%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students15%
African American14%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged12%
Students with disabilities8%

Science

All Students21%
African American20%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged18%
Students with disabilities9%
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 Students23%
African American23%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged22%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students22%
African American23%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged22%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students17%
African American13%
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged15%
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 Students27%
African American24%
Hispanic30%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged27%
Students with disabilities50%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students27%
African American25%
Hispanic30%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged26%
Students with disabilities56%

Science

All Students20%
African American15%
Hispanic40%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged20%
Students with disabilities56%
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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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 81% 24%
Hispanic 14% 6%
Asian 2% 2%
White 2% 67%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 99%N/A55%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Shonda Huery

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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Memphis, TN 38112
Phone: (901) 416-7150

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