Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus's student population of 372 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
15 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus 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 Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus is 0.02, 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
#1669 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
99%
21%
White
n/a
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus's ranking?
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus is ranked #1669 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus?
372 students attend Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus offer ?
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus part of?
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus is part of Achievement School District.
In what neighborhood is Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus located?
Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus is located in the Binghampton neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Binghampton.
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