Delano Elementary vs Memphis STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Delano Elementary
Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
315 students
Memphis STEM Academy
Memphis · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
| Measure | Delano Elementary Memphis, Tennessee | Memphis STEM Academy Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #158 of 913 | #707 of 913 |
| National rank | #19110 of 50,301 | #47399 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 315 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 34.5% |
| city | Memphis | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Delano Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.6 vs 15.5).
- •Delano Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 34.5%).
- •Delano Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 15%).
- •Delano Elementary is the larger school with 315 students compared with 276.
- •Delano Elementary is a public school while Memphis STEM Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Delano Elementary better than Memphis STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Delano Elementary ranks higher (58.6 vs 15.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Delano Elementary and Memphis STEM Academy?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Memphis and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Delano Elementary: 315. Memphis STEM Academy: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Delano Elementary and Memphis STEM Academy rank in Tennessee?
Delano Elementary is 158th of 913 and Memphis STEM Academy is 707th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).