Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alcy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alcy Elementary School's student population of 732 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Alcy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcy Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1592 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
89%
21%
White
1%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcy Elementary School's ranking?
Alcy Elementary School is ranked #1592 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alcy Elementary School often compared to?
Alcy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School, A. B. Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Alcy Elementary School?
732 students attend Alcy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Alcy Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcy Elementary School?
Alcy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alcy Elementary School offer ?
Alcy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcy Elementary School part of?
Alcy Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Alcy Elementary School located?
Alcy Elementary School is located in the Alcy Ball neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My children attended the New Alcy Elementary this year 2021, and the teachers were well mannered as well as the principal and assistant principal we love you guys...... from the Mitchell family
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