Shelby County’s population map is shifting toward suburban school districts, with Arlington, Lakeland and Collierville drawing families and expanding facilities.

The 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book places Tennessee 37th overall — education scores improved, but child deaths, housing costs and uninsured rates rose.

MSCS told families that every third‑grader should be ready to retake the ELA portion of the TCAP because of the timing of state score releases. The retest will help shape promotion, tutoring and summer‑learning plans.