Advertisement

GreatSchools Rating

Wells Station Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 719 students

Last modified
Community Rating

4 stars

Community Rating by Year
2013:
No new ratings
2012:
Based on 1 rating
2011:
No new ratings
2010:
No new ratings

Teacher quality

Principal leadership

Parent involvement

Rate this school

Click on stars to rate
Please select a star rating for this school.
    Helpful reviews answer questions:
  • What do you think others should know?
  • What do you like?
  • How could your school improve?
    Review Guidelines
    GreatSchools won’t post reviews that contain:
  • Inappropriate language
  • Allegations of criminal conduct
  • Names of students, teachers or staff
1200 characters remaining
Please indicate your relationship to the school.
Please read and accept our Terms of Use to join GreatSchools.
Indicates a required field

5 reviews of this school


Sort by:
Show reviews by:
Posted January 3, 2012

I love this school. My son's teacher is the best. She is really passionate about teaching the children at an early age.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 8, 2009

After leaving private school, my daughter has been in Wells Station Elem for the past year and a half! I have had great reception from everyone at the school and have had excellent results with my daughter's education. My daughter actually loves to go to school again! Thanks Wells Station!! You're Awesome!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 19, 2006

I think that this is an exceptional school. The teachers are great. I like the fact that they care about their students beyond the classroom. They pay attention to the students talents and encourage them to excel in them. As a former student of public schools in Memphis, I wish I'd had these teachers.I feel like they have given my child a great start at confidence and success for her future. Thank You!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2006

This is a very good school for children. The teachers care deeply about the learning of the kids and the principal knows all the children. This school has excellent ways or learning. My kids love this school they have prepared my sixth grader for the next level. Thanks Wells Station.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 14, 2004

My children have always gone to a private school until this year and I have a very good experience with Wells Station Elementary. We will continue our education at this school!
—Submitted by Scott Lynch, 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.

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
18%

2010

 
 
29%
Reading/Language Arts

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

108 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
24%

2011

 
 
14%

2010

 
 
25%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2012.

107 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
21%

2010

 
 
29%
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.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
13%

2010

 
 
10%
Reading/Language Arts

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

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
19%

2010

 
 
18%
Science

The state average for Science was 54% in 2012.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
11%

2011

 
 
10%

2010

 
 
7%
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.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
30%

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
26%
Reading/Language Arts

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

85 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%

2011

 
 
30%

2010

 
 
32%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
24%

2011

 
 
27%

2010

 
 
33%
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.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
16%

2010

 
 
25%
Reading/Language Arts

The state average for Reading/Language Arts was 56% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
32%
Science

The state average for Science was 60% in 2012.

2012

 
 
n/a

2011

 
 
15%

2010

 
 
29%
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 American27%
Hispanic26%
White44%
Economically disadvantaged30%
Students with disabilities18%

Reading/Language Arts

All Students24%
African American20%
Hispanic18%
White44%
Economically disadvantaged23%
Students with disabilities12%

Science

All Students30%
African American20%
Hispanic24%
White52%
Economically disadvantaged29%
Students with disabilities12%
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 Students17%
African American0%
Hispanic16%
White30%
Economically disadvantaged18%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students16%
African American10%
Hispanic10%
White35%
Economically disadvantaged15%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students11%
African American0%
Hispanic8%
White26%
Economically disadvantaged11%
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 Students30%
African American23%
Hispanic27%
White37%
Economically disadvantaged29%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Students35%
African American15%
Hispanic33%
White52%
Economically disadvantaged33%
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Students24%
African American8%
Hispanic18%
White44%
Economically disadvantaged23%
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 Studentsn/a
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Reading/Language Arts

All Studentsn/a
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a

Science

All Studentsn/a
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
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

English 2

The state average for English 2 was 50% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined 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

English 2

All Studentsn/a
Whiten/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Tennessee used the Gateway/End-of-Course (EOC) exams to test high school students in language arts, math, science, and social studies upon completion of relevant courses. Students must pass the algebra I, English II, and biology I tests, called the Gateway exams, in order to graduate. This year, Tennessee introduced two new exams in algebra II and English III, and those results are included on the GreatSchools profile as well. The Gateway/EOC exams are standards-based tests that measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined 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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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
Hispanic 55% 5%
White 28% 68%
Black 15% 25%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 69%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
Notice an inaccuracy? Let us know!

1610 Wells Station
Memphis, TN 38108
Phone: (901) 416-2172

ADVERTISEMENT

Compare this school
to nearby schools

Compare schools »

Compare

Add this school to compare
ADVERTISEMENT