Dexter School vs Shelby Oaks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter School
Cordova · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,509 students
Shelby Oaks Elementary
Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
751 students
| Measure | Dexter School Cordova, Tennessee | Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #625 of 913 | #846 of 913 |
| National rank | #44208 of 50,301 | #50080 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,509 | 751 |
| Enrollment | 1,509 | 751 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 20% |
| city | Cordova | Memphis |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dexter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.0 vs 6.5).
- •Dexter School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 20%).
- •Dexter School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Dexter School is the larger school with 1,509 students compared with 751.
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 Dexter School better than Shelby Oaks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dexter School ranks higher (21.0 vs 6.5 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 Dexter School and Shelby Oaks Elementary?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Cordova and Memphis in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter School: 1,509. Shelby Oaks Elementary: 751. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter School and Shelby Oaks Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Dexter School is 625th of 913 and Shelby Oaks Elementary is 846th of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).