Best schools memphis tn: Access to this page has been denied.
Top 10 Best Memphis, TN Public Schools (2022-23)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
Math: 84% | Reading: 75%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Grades: 6-8
| 372 students
Rank: #22.
Campus Elementary School
Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
535 Zach Curlin
Memphis, TN 38152
(901) 678-2285
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
Richland Elementary School
Math: 78% | Reading: 63%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
5440 Rich Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2148
Grades: PK-5
| 827 students
Rank: #44.
Bon Lin Elementary School
Math: 73% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
3940 Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 937-2344
Grades: PK-5
| 713 students
Rank: #55.
Altruria Elementary School
Math: 68% | Reading: 54%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
6641 Deermont Dr
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 802 students
Rank: #66.
Bartlett Elementary School
Math: 65% | Reading: 56%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
3932 Billy Maher Rd
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2610
Grades: PK-5
| 613 students
Rank: #77.
J.
P. Freeman Elementary Middle
Magnet School
Math: 70% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
5250 Tulane Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3156
Grades: K-8
| 652 students
Rank: #88.
Idlewild Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 63% | Reading: 50%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
1950 Linden Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #99.
Oak Elementary School
Math: 64% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
3573 Oak Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2646
Grades: PK-5
| 711 students
Rank: #1010.
White Station Middle School
Magnet School
Math: 57% | Reading: 52%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
5465 Mason Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2184
Grades: 6-8
| 1,227 students
Rank: #1111.
Middle College High School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Grades: 9-12
| 330 students
Rank: #1212.
Ellendale Elementary School
Math: 60% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
6950 Dawn Hill
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2636
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #1313.
Rivercrest Elementary School
Math: 67% | Reading: 45%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
4825 Rivercrest
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-1373
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Rank: #1414.
White Station Elementary School
Math: 59% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
4840 Chickasaw Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8900
Grades: PK-5
| 682 students
Rank: #1515.
Delano Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
1716 Delano Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Rank: #1616.
Grahamwood Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 54% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
3950 Summer Ave
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-5952
Grades: PK-5
| 959 students
Rank: #1717.
Appling Middle School
Math: 58% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
3700 Appling Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-1410
Grades: 6-8
| 608 students
Rank: #1818.
Pathways In Education – Tn Elementary School
Charter School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
3156 N. Thomas Street
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 353-4999
Grades: 9-12
| 125 students
Rank: #1919.
Springdale Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 70-74% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Top 30%
Add to Compare
880 N Hollywood St
Memphis, TN 38108
(901) 416-4883
Grades: PK-5
| 273 students
Rank: #2020.
Bon Lin Middle School
Math: 49% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
Top 30%
Add to Compare
3862 Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 347-1520
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #21 – 2221. – 22.
Kate Bond Elementary School
Math: 55% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
Top 30%
Add to Compare
2727 Kate Bond Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 416-0020
Grades: PK-5
| 741 students
Rank: #21 – 2221.
– 22.
Memphis Rise Academy
Charter School
Math: 55% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
Top 30%
Add to Compare
5221 Raleigh Lagrange Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 379-5750
Grades: 6-12
| 767 students
Rank: #2323.
Balmoral/ridgeway Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
5905 Grosvenor Ave
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 416-2128
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #2424.
Peabody Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
2086 Young Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4606
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #2525.
Southwind Elementary School
Math: 43% | Reading: 34%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
8155 Meadow Vale Dr
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-2805
Grades: PK-5
| 714 students
Rank: #2626.
Hollis F. Price Middle College
Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
807 Walker Ave
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 435-1765
Grades: 9-12
| 109 students
Rank: #2727.
White Station High School
Magnet School
Math: 26% | Reading: 56%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
514 S Perkins Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,983 students
Rank: #2828.
Bartlett High School
Math: 29% | Reading: 47%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
5688 Woodlawn Ave
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2620
Grades: 9-12
| 2,777 students
Rank: #2929.
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School
Charter School
Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
4443 S. Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 358-1651
Grades: 6-8
| 62 students
Rank: #3030.
Germanshire Elementary School
Math: 48% | Reading: 29%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
3965 South Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38125
(901) 416-3733
Grades: PK-5
| 789 students
Rank: #3131.
Levi Elementary School
Math: 48% | Reading: 27%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
135 W Levi Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8166
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #3232.
Downtown Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 45% | Reading: 30%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
10 N 4th St
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 416-8400
Grades: PK-5
| 737 students
Rank: #3333.
Elmore Park Middle School
Math: 34% | Reading: 36%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
6330 Althorne Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2642
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #3434.
Sea Isle Elementary School
Math: 40% | Reading: 30%
Rank:
Top 50%
Add to Compare
5250 Sea Isle Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2104
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #3535.
Westhaven Elementary School
Math: 38% | Reading: 29%
Rank:
Bottom 50%
Add to Compare
4585 Hodge Rd.
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8202
Grades: PK-5
| 812 students
Show 100 more public schools in Memphis, TN (out of 239 total schools)
Loading…
Top 10 Best Shelby County Public Schools (2022-23)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crosswind Elementary School
Math: 85% | Reading: 77%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
831 West Shelton Rd
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-3330
Grades: K-5
| 726 students
Rank: #22.
Farmington Elementary School
Math: 86% | Reading: 76%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
2085 Cordes Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2320
Grades: PK-5
| 631 students
Rank: #33.
Maxine Smith Steam Academy
Math: 84% | Reading: 75%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4536
Grades: 6-8
| 372 students
Rank: #4 – 54. – 5.
Lakeland Elementary School
Math: 84% | Reading: 69%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
10050 Oak Seed Ln
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-7071
Grades: PK-4
| 1,067 students
Rank: #4 – 54. – 5.
Tara Oaks Elementary School
Math: 84% | Reading: 69%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
600 Harpers Ferry Rd
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-3337
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #66.
Arlington Elementary School
Math: 84% | Reading: 68%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
11825 Douglas
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6000
Grades: PK-5
| 877 students
Rank: #77.
Dogwood Elementary School
Math: 83% | Reading: 67%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
8945 Dogwood Rd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2310
Grades: PK-5
| 639 students
Rank: #88.
Campus Elementary School
Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
535 Zach Curlin
Memphis, TN 38152
(901) 678-2285
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rank: #99.
Donelson Elementary School
Math: 83% | Reading: 65%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
12140 Donelson Farms Pkwy
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 389-6973
Grades: PK-5
| 888 students
Rank: #1010.
Bailey Station Elementary School
Math: 77% | Reading: 69%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
3435 Bailey Station Rd
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-6380
Grades: PK-5
| 801 students
Rank: #1111.
Richland Elementary School
Math: 78% | Reading: 63%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
5440 Rich Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2148
Grades: PK-5
| 827 students
Rank: #1212.
Schilling Farms Elementary School
Math: 76% | Reading: 63%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
935 S. Colbert St
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-3330
Grades: PK-5
| 626 students
Rank: #1313.
Bon Lin Elementary School
Math: 73% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
Top 5%
Add to Compare
3940 Germantown Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 937-2344
Grades: PK-5
| 713 students
Rank: #1414.
Lakeland Preparatory School
Math: 69% | Reading: 59%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
5020 Lions Crest Dr
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-5412
Grades: 5-8
| 855 students
Rank: #1515.
Collierville Elementary School
Math: 69% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
590 Peterson Lake Rd
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 762 students
Rank: #1616.
Riverdale Elementary School
Math: 68% | Reading: 58%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
7391 Neshoba Rd
Germantown, TN 38138
(901) 756-2300
Grades: PK-8
| 1,219 students
Rank: #1717.
Altruria Elementary School
Math: 68% | Reading: 54%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
6641 Deermont Dr
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 802 students
Rank: #18 – 1918. – 19.
Bartlett Elementary School
Math: 65% | Reading: 56%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
3932 Billy Maher Rd
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2610
Grades: PK-5
| 613 students
Rank: #18 – 1918. – 19.
Sycamore Elementary School
Math: 65% | Reading: 56%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
1155 Sycamore Rd
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 854-8202
Grades: PK-5
| 508 students
Rank: #2020.
Houston Middle School
Math: 61% | Reading: 59%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
9400 Wolf River Blvd
Germantown, TN 38139
(901) 756-2366
Grades: 6-8
| 928 students
Rank: #2121.
J. P. Freeman Elementary Middle
Magnet School
Math: 70% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
5250 Tulane Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3156
Grades: K-8
| 652 students
Rank: #2222.
West Collierville Middle School
Math: 57% | Reading: 57%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
935 S Colbert St
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 854-2345
Grades: 6-8
| 1,295 students
Rank: #2323.
Idlewild Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 63% | Reading: 50%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
1950 Linden Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4566
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #2424.
Oak Elementary School
Math: 64% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 10%
Add to Compare
3573 Oak Rd
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 373-2646
Grades: PK-5
| 711 students
Rank: #2525.
White Station Middle School
Magnet School
Math: 57% | Reading: 52%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
5465 Mason Rd
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 416-2184
Grades: 6-8
| 1,227 students
Rank: #2626.
Middle College High School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
750 E Parkway S
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 416-4550
Grades: 9-12
| 330 students
Rank: #2727.
Ellendale Elementary School
Math: 60% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
6950 Dawn Hill
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-2636
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #2828.
Rivercrest Elementary School
Math: 67% | Reading: 45%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
4825 Rivercrest
Memphis, TN 38135
(901) 373-1373
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Rank: #2929.
White Station Elementary School
Math: 59% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
4840 Chickasaw Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8900
Grades: PK-5
| 682 students
Rank: #3030.
Arlington Middle School
Math: 56% | Reading: 50%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
5470 Lamb Rd
Arlington, TN 38002
(901) 867-6015
Grades: 6-8
| 961 students
Rank: #3131.
Delano Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
1716 Delano Ave
Memphis, TN 38127
(901) 416-3932
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Rank: #3232.
Collierville Middle School
Math: 56% | Reading: 49%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
580 Quinn Rd
Collierville, TN 38017
(901) 853-3320
Grades: 6-8
| 792 students
Rank: #3333.
Grahamwood Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 54% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
3950 Summer Ave
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-5952
Grades: PK-5
| 959 students
Rank: #3434.
Riverwood Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 52% | Reading: 48%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
1330 Stern Ln
Cordova, TN 38016
(901) 416-2310
Grades: PK-5
| 927 students
Rank: #3535.
Appling Middle School
Math: 58% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
Top 20%
Add to Compare
3700 Appling Rd
Memphis, TN 38133
(901) 373-1410
Grades: 6-8
| 608 students
Show 100 more public schools in Shelby County, TN (out of 282 total schools)
Loading…
20 Best Optometry Schools in USA 2022
Optometrists and Ophthalmologists who want to study in the best optometry schools in the USA should take advantage of this article.
Having seen the care and poise with which this profession is spreading anywhere in the world, I can’t help but say that this is one of the best career options in the world.
This is a way of saying that if you want to become an optometrist, you are on the right track.
Because this is an important profession in the world, we have compiled a list of the best optometry schools in the US and the world in general.
These schools are designed to prepare you to become one of the best opticians and ophthalmologists in the world.
In addition, we have included the basic information you need to decide whether or not to take this course.
At the end of this part, you won’t have to be confused about which school is a good option to study optometry in the USA.
Sit and get information!!!
Read also: USA Scholarships
What is an Optometrist?
Optometrists are doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating vision problems.
Most of the eye diseases and conditions they care for are refractive errors, astigmatism, cataracts, glaucoma, accidental eye injuries, and other degenerative eye diseases.
Is optometry a profitable profession?
Yes, optometrists are very valuable in our community today.
Since the eye is a very important part of the body, we will always need an optometrist when something goes wrong.
So if you want to pursue this profession, ideally you should know that this is a good career path that will never cease to be in demand.
What are the job prospects for optometrists?
Employment for optometrists is expected to grow by 10% from 2018 to 2028, according to a recent survey.
What do optometrists do?
Before we go to the best optometry schools in the USA, you need to understand what you are choosing.
What exactly do optometrists do?
- Optometrists examine people’s eyes to determine their vision and defects.
- They may also sometimes prescribe medication, glasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids.
- Optometrists detect symptoms of visual impairment such as high blood pressure and diabetes, as well as eye diseases such as glaucoma.
- They also treat people with certain visual impairments.
How long does it take to study at the best optometry schools in the USA?
It takes seven to nine years to become an optometrist.
This is divided into 3-4 years of college, 4 years of school of optometry, and an optional 1 year of specialty clinical residency.
See also:
How much do optometrists earn?
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) as of May 2019, optometrists in the US earn a median annual salary of $116,770.
Most make between $52,810 and $192,050 a year.
What are the best optometry schools in the US?
If you want to study optometry in the USA, you need to study at the best schools.
There are not many universities in the US with an optometry school extension.
However, we have compiled a list of the best optometry schools where you can train and become one of the best optometrists and ophthalmologists in the US and the world at large.
The list includes;
#1. Southern College of Optometry
- Location: Memphis, Tennessee.
Great Southern Memphis and Tennessee College of Optometry is one of the top optometry schools in the United States.
SCO has state-of-the-art equipment and an on-campus eye center. Students receive hands-on clinical training while caring for over 60,000 patients.
Over 136 students graduate each year, giving SCO a record success rate of 98.5%.
In addition, the school has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio and over 60 funded scholarships.
Some of its alumni are fourteen presidents of the American Optometric Association. Most of them end up being some of the best opticians in the country.
Visit School website
No. 2 Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University – Glendale.
- Location: Glendale, Arizona
Excellence is the only language at the Arizona College of Optometry.
Not only do 98% of her students pass their exams, but 92.7% pass NBEO Part I and 100% pass Part II.
Arizona College students become the top optometrists in the US with a GPA of 3.53 and an OAT of 624.
In addition, most of its graduates publish in prestigious journals and are colleagues from the American Academy of Optometry.
Visit school website
#3. University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry (Birmingham, AL)
- Location: Birmingham, AL
Last year, the University of Alabama received an award of more than $325 million in research funding from the National Institutes of Health.
The UAB School of Optometry is considered one of the best in the US and the world as a whole.
In addition, this school prepares future vision care professionals for hands-on clinical training at the UAB Eye Care Center.
97.87% of its students complete the program
Visit School Website
Read also: 25 Cheapest Universities in the USA for International Students
No. 4. Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry.
- Location: Davie, FL
Southeastern University’s Nova College of Optometry provides students with four years of study in two splits. The first two years of scientific and two years of clinical courses.
Southeastern University’s Nova School of Optometry is staffed by faculty members of the American Academy of Optometry and eye examination experts.
NSU College of Optometry has a graduation rate of 97.62%. Most of her students become famous optometrists in the Southeast.
Visit School website
No. 5. SUNY College of Optometry
- Gender: Male
Only 23% of students who enter the College of Optometry are admitted to SUNY.
SUNY is not only one of the best optometry schools in the US, but also the most exclusive. In addition, all of its freshmen require a GPA of 3.5 and an OAT score of 345.
The college’s graduation rate is about 96.84%.
Visit School website
No. 6. Ohio State University College of Optometry.
- Columbus, Ohio
In the list of the best optometry schools in the USA, The Ohio State University College of Optometry is definitely one of them.
The Ohio State University is the largest public university in the country.
OSU College of Optometry has a graduation rate of 96.83%, however it only admits 64 students per year.
This number shows how much the school wants to focus on producing excellent optometrists.
Visit School website
No. 7. University of Missouri at St. Louis College of Optometry
- Location: St. Louis, MO
The University of Missouri has a 31% acceptance rate and a 95.65% graduation rate.
This college allows students to participate in vision improvement programs using inexpensive optical kits.
However, to get into the UMiss-SL College of Optometry, you need to have a strong recommendation letter, hours of work, good test scores, and a GPA.
Visit the website of the school
№8. Illinois College of Optometry
- Location: Chicago, IL
Illinois College of Optometry is one of the best optometry schools in the USA.
92.54% of her 160 students graduate from college each year.
At the Illinois Eye Institute, students can take practical courses and residency programs such as visual rehabilitation and ophthalmology.
ICO produces some of the best ophthalmologists and optometrists in Chicago, USA.
Visit school website
No. 9. UC Berkeley School of Optometry
- Location: Berkeley, California
UC Berkeley School of Optometry is the third university in the United States to have a department of optometry.
This is a place of class and experience as most of its teachers have been presidents of the American Optometric Association and the American Academy of Optometry.
The success rate of 92.54% indicates that the institution prioritizes students.
Students start working with patients from the first year. They do this for approximately 2,500 hours until they complete their program.
Visit School Website
Also Read: Fully Funded PhD Programs in 2022 College of Optometry, University of Pikeville, Kentucky.
- Location: Pikeville, KY
UPIKE, as it is commonly known, is the only college of optometry in Kentucky.
Since its founding in 2016, the school has been promoting the health of its community by training physicians in its state-of-the-art training center.
The college acceptance rate is 38% and the graduation rate is 91.89%.
Visit school website
Other top optometry schools in the USA.
No. 11. Indiana University
- Location: Bloomington, Indiana
This optometry school holds vision workshops every week.
No. 12. Northeastern State University
- Location: Talekwa, Oklahoma
Optometry students interact with more than 60,000 patients annually.
#13. University of Houston
- Location: Houston, TX
The College of Optometry hosts a National Eye Institute-supported summer research program.
#14 Ohio State University
- Location: Columbus, Ohio
This is one of the best optometry schools in the USA. This allows optometry students to participate in over 100,000 patient interactions each year.
#15. New Southeastern University
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Provides students with access to five clinics and the opportunity to undertake mission trips to foreign countries.
No. 16 University of the Incarnate Word
- Location: San Antonio, TX
Offers the only religious optometry program in the nation. It is one of the schools of optometry that produces the best optometrists and ophthalmologists in the USA.
Read also: AAUW USA International Scholarships for Women 2022
Frequently Asked Questions about Optometry Schools in USA
Is Optometry School as Difficult as Medical School?
Medical school is usually very difficult, but it’s the same story we tell for all courses if you want the best.
What we know is that both medical schools and optometry schools have similar subjects such as biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy and pharmacology.
The only difference between an optometry school and a medical school is that the clinical rotation of medical students occurs during medical school, while optometrists have a specific training program.
Is an ophthalmologist a real doctor?
Well, the answer is YES and NO.
An optometrist is a real doctor because those who have received a doctorate in optometry have the same authority as other medical practitioners such as surgeons or physicians.
They are not real doctors because they do not operate on any other part of the person except the eyes.
What is the most difficult year in optometry school?
Although difficult to answer, the most difficult year in optometry school is usually the first year due to adjustments, classes and exams.
However, over time, the student finds a balance.
Is admission to an optometry school competitive in the US?
Yes, getting into the best optometry schools in the US is like getting into Ivy League Schools .
Very competitive. In fact, competition is fiercest in California and New York, and their schools are expensive.
How many optometry schools are there in the US?
Records show that there are many optometry schools in the United States, but most of them are not accredited.
These schools, although not accredited, are among the best optometry schools in the world.
In the USA The UC Berkeley School of Optometry tops the list of top optometry schools in the US with an acceptance rate of 15%.
It is followed by the College of Optometry of Illinois in Chicago and then Western University of Health Sciences.
Is there a lot of mathematics in optometry?
If you’re not good at math, you can go and study it well if you want to study optometry.
Mathematics is a very important part of optometry. You know that kind of optics physics on steroids – terrible physiological optics.
You cannot run away from him.
What are the best optometry schools in the world?
- Cardiff University, UK
- Illinois College of Optometry
- University of Canberra, Australia
- Kentucky College of Optometry
- University of Manchester, UK
- Alabama State University
Conclusion
You can become an optometrist from any school and anywhere in the world.
However, if you want to study in the USA, it is ideal if you go to the best optometry schools.
In addition, being in the right study group will help you become one of the best optometrists and ophthalmologists in the US and the world at large.
Recommendations:
- Medical Schools Not Requiring the MCAT in 2022 | Detailed Guide
- How to Apply to Harvard Medical School in 2022 | Acceptance rate
- What are Ivy League Public Schools in 2022?
- 15 free tuition medical schools that don’t charge tuition fees! 2022
- Top 15 Business Schools in New York
Top 20 Optometry Schools in USA | Full List Latest Ranked
Optometry Schools in the United States: Visiting an optometrist is one of the best career options available to anyone with an interest in medical education, in my opinion.
Are you pursuing a career in medicine? Haven’t decided on your specialization yet? So, take a look at this article to see if optometry is right for you. Because the eyes are the body’s window to the outside world, any profession that involves eye care should be approached with care. As a result, we have compiled a list of the best optometry schools in the world.
For good reason, getting a PhD in medical sciences is extremely difficult. Regardless of what area of medicine the future doctor specializes in, we want only the best of the best to go into the world to work as doctors. There is no margin for error when it comes to human health. Despite this, passing scores are rarely taken into account when evaluating medical schools. GPA and exam scores matter, as do the quality of alumni, research contributions, and notable alumni.
But at the end of the day, most patients care about the basics: Has the person providing the treatment completed medical school? So, without further ado, let’s get started.
Contents
What is an optometrist?
Optometrists diagnose and treat refractive errors (nearsightedness or farsightedness), astigmatism, cataracts, glaucoma, eye injuries from accidents or diseases, age-related macular degeneration, and other degenerative eye diseases. The best optometry schools offer students a challenging coursework program at a reasonable price. Prospective students should consider not only all aspects of their future education, but also how they will pay for tuition before making any decisions about which school is best for them.
If you’re thinking about enrolling in a costly program like optometry schools, look into loan and financial aid options to put your hard-earned money into something other than student debt!
What exactly does an optometrist do?
Optometrists evaluate people’s vision by looking at their eyes. They determine whether a person has 20/20 vision, the ability to see clearly without glasses, whether they are nearsighted or farsighted.
In some areas, in addition to glasses, contact lenses and other visual aids, medications may also be prescribed. Some optometrists may perform minor procedures. They also look for signs of deterioration caused by conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes, as well as eye diseases such as glaucoma. Some optometrists treat people with certain visual impairments and children and the elderly.
What are optometrists paid for?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median salary for an optometrist in May 2019 was $106,040, with most making between $192,050 and $114,260 to $83,460 per year. Most optometrists worked in the offices of other health care providers where they were paid an average of $4,000 per year. Junior mid-level optometrists can expect to earn at least $XNUMXK per year, while senior optometrists can earn up to $XNUMXK per year as they progress through the ranks.
Most Successful and Experienced Optometrists in the United States.
On average, they were paid $190,000. In Europe, starting salaries for new qualified optometrists range from £15,000 to £28,000 to £65,000 depending on job and location. With experience, you can earn between £10,000 and £1,000 per year. The profit of directors, partners and independent specialists of the company is determined by the success of the company.
This list of optometry schools in the United States is a good place to start if you want to study optometry in the United States.
#1. Southern College of Optometry (Memphis, TN)
The great Southern College of Optometry in Memphis and Tennessee ranks #1 on our list of the best optometry schools in the United States. The Southern College of Optometry is still developing despite being founded in 1932. The school recently underwent a $9.4 million expansion that included the addition of advanced technology to its facilities. The Eye Center, which provides students with hands-on clinical training in caring for the school’s 60,000 patients, is also located on campus.
Not surprisingly, almost one of the 136 students who enroll each year graduates from the program, giving SCO a 98.5% success rate. COS alumni include leading optometrists, including fourteen presidents of the American Optometric Association. With a 9:1 student-teacher ratio and over 60 funded scholarships offered each year, it’s easy to see why SCO students stay in school. They get the help and attention they need to become the best opticians in the country.
No. 2 Arizona College of Optometry at Midwestern University – Glendale (Glendale, AZ)
Not only do 98 percent of Arizona College of Optometry students pass the exams, but 92.7 percent pass the Part I exam of the National Examination Board for Optometry and 100 percent pass Part II of the National Board of Examinations for Optometry. Students in this exceptional group have a GPA of 3.53 and an OAT score of 624. On the other hand, these students do not succeed on their own; they benefit from ACO’s illustrious faculty and cutting-edge research centers.
The American Academy of Optometry faculty, which is supported by grants such as the recent $100,000 grant, includes prestigious journal authors and members of the American Academy of Optometry. Clinical rotations in community faculties as well as pre-clinical simulations are included in the curriculum to help students become the best practitioners they can be. Students who want to be part of this unique program must put in a lot of effort in undergraduate science classes and extracurricular activities.
However, they should gain as much experience as possible with a practicing optometrist, as this is what the admissions committee is looking for.
#3. University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry (Birmingham, AL)
Last year, the National Institutes of Health awarded more than $325 million in research funding to UAB, with the School of Optometry receiving most of that amount. It is no surprise that the UAB School of Optometry is considered one of the best in the field with such support.
By providing hands-on clinical training at UAB’s world-class eye care center, the School of Optometry provides future vision care professionals with the information and experience they will need to work in their community. These excellent resources are great news for people in the Birmingham area and beyond as the school churns out 97.87% of students participating in the program.
Not only do these physicians provide excellent care to their patients, but they continue the excellent research of their alma mater by receiving their own NIH grants while still students at the University of Alabama at the Birmingham School of Optometry.
No. 4 Southeastern Nova College of Optometry (Davie, FL)
Another top optometry school in the USA. Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry students are required to take two years of scientific and two years of clinical courses. The institution provides exceptional support to students, ranging from funding missionary trips around the world to providing state-of-the-art technology to all participants, regardless of their field of study.
Among the teachers of the school there are members of the American Academy of Optometry and experts in vision testing.
The NSU College of Optometry has a remarkable acceptance rate of 97.62%, which is especially remarkable for our list. According to its mission statement, the school is committed to “preparing, educating and educating ophthalmologists to the highest levels of competence, integrity and professionalism”. With a class of 94 students a year, Nova produces a renowned group of optometrists in the southeast.
No. 5. SUNY College of Optometry (New York, NY)
Only 23% of students who apply to SUNY School of Optometry are accepted, making it one of the most selective colleges on this list. The school has high requirements for freshmen, with a GPA of 3.5 and an average OAT score of 345. However, almost everyone who enrolls in the program completes it on time, giving the school a 96.84 percent success. Annually students in the program for research projects.
In its 50-year history, SUNY College of Optometry has produced several outstanding optometrists, including the 2019 American Optometric Association (AOA) Optometrist of the Year and the recipient of the 2019 Johnson & Johnson Vision Award for Excellence in Patient Care.
No. 6 Ohio State University College of Optometry (Columbus, Ohio)
The Ohio State University College of Optometry should be included in any list of top optometry schools in the United States. Since Ohio State University is one of the largest public universities in the country, it’s no surprise that its College of Optometry enjoys a good reputation. The faculty of the college includes the inventors of optical technology, authors of the nation’s finest medical journals, and the most distinguished members of the faculty’s most renowned organizations. Students and faculty receive major scholarships such as the Prentice Distinguished Scientist Medal and the Educational Grant for the Visually Impaired.
Despite its research mission, OSU College of Optometry prioritizes its students with a 96.83% graduation rate. The program’s cutting-edge resources and friendly teachers are highly regarded by current students, an incredible achievement for a school that only accepts 64 students per year. These figures show that the school is successfully fulfilling its mission of producing excellent optometrists and conducting cutting-edge research.
No. 7 University of Missouri at St. Louis College of Optometry (St. Louis, MO)
UMiss-SL College of Optometry has a 31 percent acceptance rate and a 95.65 percent success rate, indicating that it is doing something right. They seek out and support potential optometrists from across the country, ensuring that the vast majority of their students complete the program. The school’s commitment to students is reflected in its core values of growth, responsibility, discovery and community. Students and faculty have actively participated in programs such as low-cost optical kits, diversity and inclusion programs, and improving accessibility for the city’s low-income population to improve vision care for those who need it most.
Admission to the UMiss-SL College of Optometry requires strong letters of recommendation, hours of work, good test scores, and a GPA.
#8. Illinois College of Optometry (Chicago, IL)
While most of the 160 ICO alumni work as optometrists, 92.54 percent of the school’s alumni demonstrate its commitment to students. Undergraduate students can take practical courses at the Illinois Eye Institute. In addition to visual rehabilitation and ophthalmology, ICO offers residency programs in various fields. These resources are located on a charming campus in the heart of Chicago that attracts welcoming and inspiring students. After all, ICO alumni include some of the best ophthalmologists in Chicago and the Midwest.
No. 9. UC Berkeley School of Optometry (Berkley, California)
The UC Berkley School of Optometry was founded in 1923 as the third school of optometry in the nation. Over the years, the school’s teachers and alumni have included presidents of the American Optometric Association and the American Academy of Optometry.
However, the institution prioritizes degree students regardless of the number of awards received, as evidenced by a success rate of 92.54%.
This figure is even more striking when you consider the high quality of education students receive. Patients are introduced to optometrist students during their first year of study and spend approximately 2,500 hours with them after graduation. Students can also use the award-winning Clinical Research Center and other resources to further their research goals.
#10. Pikeville University College of Optometry, Kentucky (Pikeville, Kentucky)
In Appalachian Kentucky, UPIKE is the only college of optometry. On the other hand, the school does not claim to be exclusive. Since its founding in 2016, UPIKE College of Optometry has been promoting community health by educating future physicians in its state-of-the-art Health Professions Education Building, valued at over $60 million. In addition, the school actively supports prospective students by offering scholarships to those who pass the optometry entrance exam.
The acceptance rate for UPIKE’s optometry school is 38 percent, which is quite high.
Despite this high number, the school has a remarkable success rate of 91.89%, demonstrating its commitment to providing its students with the resources they need. As these numbers show, UPIKE College of Optometry is committed to educating the next generation of vision professionals.
11. College of Optometry of Southern California, University. Marshall B. Ketchum, Fullerton, California.
Marshall B. Ketchum University is a private university in Fullerton, California that specializes in postgraduate health care programs. College of Optometry of Southern California, founded in 1904, became MBKU. One of the oldest schools of optometry in the US is the College of Optometry of Southern California. Southern California College of Optometry is a four-year graduate program leading to the Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, which is accredited by the American Optometric Association Accreditation Council for Optometric Education (ACOE).
Marshall B. Ketchum University offers a one-year optometry program. This is a small private university in a big city. In 2015 96 students completed their studies in optometry with 96 PhDs.
12. Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, California.
Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU) is a private, non-profit graduate school for medical professionals in the United States with a main campus in downtown Pomona, California and a separate 50-acre medical school campus in Lebanon, Oregon. The College of Optometry will build like a rock on its solid foundations, creating a distinct identity, setting the centerpiece of its educational, clinical and research programs and gaining a prestigious reputation.
The vision of the School of Optometry embraces four main points of view and serves four different stakeholders: the general public, the profession, students and educators. Optometry is a one-year program at the Western University of Medical Sciences.
This is a small private university in a big city. In 2015, 73 students received a PhD in optometry, 73 people graduated.
13. Salus University
Salus University is a great place for students of optometry and this year ranked #2 on the list. Salus University is a small private non-profit university in the suburbs of Elkins Park. When earning a degree, optometrists at Salus University borrow an average of $182,001 in student loans. The average monthly loan payment is $10 if a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan.
14. New England College of Optometry.
The New England College of Optometry was named the best school in the US for optometry students in our 2022 rankings. The New England College of Optometry is a private, non-profit, small student college located in Boston, Massachusetts. If you enter the New England College of Optometry, you will be among the best and brightest minds in the world. On average, graduates of the New England College of Optometry take out $57,167 in student loans when completing their degree.
The average monthly loan payment is $10 if a graduate chooses a 10-year repayment plan.
15. Indiana University
Indiana University-Bloomington ranked fifth in the list of top optometry schools in the US this year due to its outstanding programs. IU Bloomington is a public school in Bloomington, Indiana with a large enrollment.
16. University of Houston
The University of Houston ranked 7th in this year’s list of the best optometry schools. The University of Houston is a large public university in Houston, Texas.
17. University of the Pacific
University of the Pacific performed well this year in the rankings of the best schools for optometry students. It ranked 9th in the top ten. Pacific is a private non-profit college with a small student body located in the large suburb of Forest Grove.
18. Ferris State University
Ferris State University ranked 10th in this year’s best optometry schools.
Ferris is a large public school in Big Rapids, which is very far away. Upon graduation, Ferris optometry graduates graduate with an average student debt of 112.930 10 dollars. The average monthly student loan payment for students who choose the 1,316-year repayment plan is $1,316.
Conclusion:
To sum it up, training to be an optometrist is a challenge that you can take on if you attend the right school and have access to the right study group to help you study. However, if you found this article helpful, please share it with your colleagues and, if you have a question, leave a comment; our team would love to hear from you.
FAQ
Is optometry school as challenging as medical school?
Depending on the subject, medical schools can last up to eight years, but the optometry program is four years long. Both programs have a similar curriculum that includes biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy and pharmacology.
Clinical rotations that occur during medical school but are not included in the optometrist curriculum are a differentiator. They have laboratories where students learn the skills of microscopy and other equipment used by physicians to diagnose eye diseases such as corneal diseases or glaucoma that require intervention and formal degree programs.
How long does the optometry school take?
To become an optometrist, you must complete seven to nine years of study, including three to four years of college and four years of optometry school. As an option, a one-year clinical residency in specialization is available. The time it takes for optometrists to complete their training depends on a number of factors, but it typically takes seven to nine years. Imagine graduating with the knowledge that your skills can help patients keep their eyesight.
What is the competition in optometry schools?
According to Wikipedia, optometry colleges are extremely competitive and most applicants have a bachelor’s degree before entering.