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Kingsbury Elementary School

4055 Bayliss Ave
Memphis, TN 38108
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kingsbury 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 18% (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 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in TN
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kingsbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

Kingsbury Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Preparing all students for success in learning, leadership, and life.

School Rankings

Kingsbury 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 Kingsbury Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (TN)
#1437 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
18%
34%
17%
37%
24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
69%
15%
Black
25%
21%
White
4%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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 Kingsbury Elementary School's ranking?
Kingsbury Elementary School is ranked #1437 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% 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 Kingsbury Elementary School?
513 students attend Kingsbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Kingsbury Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsbury Elementary School?
Kingsbury Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kingsbury Elementary School offer ?
Kingsbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsbury Elementary School part of?
Kingsbury Elementary School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Kingsbury Elementary School located?
Kingsbury Elementary School is located in the Berclair neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in Berclair.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 513 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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