Tucked away in a residential neighborhood with a city park in its backyard, Willow Oaks Elementary boasts a quiet location that belies the buzz of activity inside.
Though its school zone is geographically small, Willow Oaks hosts around 650 kids in its halls every day. Most hail from the neighborhoods of Colonial Willow and Colonial Acres, but as part of Memphis-Shelby County’s Optional School program, the school draws students from all over the city.
Like all Optional Schools, Willow Oaks Elementary offers a rigorous academic education supplemented with additional themed areas of study. The award-winning school draws many for its two enrichment themes: arts and technology.
Parents choose Willow Oaks for such perks as its frequent visiting artists, St. Jude STEM Club, Orff Music, Gardening Club and String Orchestra. The school hosts numerous community and family events, including multicultural celebrations and performances by their Dance Sprout Program and instrumental ensemble.
With such a rich menu of technology and arts opportunities, Willow Oaks students test considerably higher than the district average in math. A full-time bilingual mentor and supportive community partners ensure every student receives the support they need to meet their full potential as a leader of tomorrow.
Willow Oaks Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
4417 Willow Rd,
Memphis, TN
Shelby County Schools
School Details
Head of School
Pat Alexander
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
25%
Reading Proficiency
31%
Niche Grade
C
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
31%
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Math Proficiency
25%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
38
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Full Time Teachers
38
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Teachers in First or Second Year
19.6%
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GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
23%
State Average
32.2%
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Science
21.9%
State Average
37%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
332:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
50.2%
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Female
49.8%
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Hispanic
55.8%
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Black
39.8%
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White
2.6%
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Two or more races
1.5%
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Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
1/23/2018
This school receives a 5 star rating from me. It is an excellent school that cares about ALL the children that attend the school. The entire staff is committed to the development of each student. This commitment is lead by their principal. Like I have said before, I have had two grandchildren gradua...
1/22/2015
I HAVE 3 KIDS THAT WENT TO WILLOW OAKS AND IT WAS SO AMAZING AS WE STARTED BUT KNOW THE TEACHERS THERE ARE VERY NEGATIVE THE PRINCIPAL IS VERY nonchalant ABOUT YOUR CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR CHILD AND SOME OF THESE WILLOW OAKS TEACHERS BEHAVIOR ARE SO HARSH AND HOW THEY TALK TO THE STUDENTS ARE BECOMING A...
5/16/2013
Willow Oaks is one hidden treasure in the Memphis City School System. I have a student in pre-k and he has had a wonderful year, wonderful teachers. The school is organized and the teachers are professional. From the Principal on down to the last person on the janitor's list they are in order at thi...
5/4/2010
My son has been at Willow Oaks for four years. It is really a great school. 3rd grade was hard for him but, his grades and reading scores have improved with the help of the staff at Willow Oaks. He jumped up a whole grade level in 6 months (in reading).
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List Price Range
$100K - $529K
Homes For Sale
70
Average Home Value
$180,982
Median Lot Size
9,147 Sq Ft
% Renters
48%
Average Household Income
$78,575
% of College Grads
35%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,350 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
25.7%
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$750 - $875 per month
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Parks in this Area
Sea Isle Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Dog Park
Marquette Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
My Big Backyard
Godwin Park
- Soccer
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- Playground
Willow Road Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Gagliano Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Parking Lot
Audubon Park
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Willow Oaks Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Memphis, TN and is served by the Shelby County Schools in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 620 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 25% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 31% are proficient in reading. Willow Oaks Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $180,982. Discover additional schools in the area, like Overton High, Shrine School, Sheffield Career & Tech Center, and more. Learn more about what Memphis has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Willow Oaks Elementary School.