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MEMPHIS CITY SCHOOLS
2597 Avery Ave. | 416-5300mcsk12.net
GENERAL INFORMATION
Memphis City Schools (MCS) is the largest public school system in Tennessee and the 23rd largest metropolitan school system in the nation. MCS operates 217 schools, employs more than 16,000 workers, and serves more than 105,000 students. Fifty-five percent of its teachers have advanced degrees, and 63 percent have at least 11 years of teaching experience. MCS administers 44 optional schools, offering students accelerated programs and intensive studies in fields such as health sciences, engineering, creative and performing arts, technology, and aviation. MCS also operates two special education schools, Avon Lenox and Shrine School.
MEMPHIS CITY SCHOOLS OPTIONAL PROGRAMS
Two types of optional programs operate in the Memphis City Schools. Twenty-nine schools use the school-within-a-school approach, which offers the Optional Program in addition to traditional classes and programs. Fifteen of the programs are optional only, meaning that all students enrolled in specific grades participate in the optional program. In the following school profiles, optional-only schools are designated with an asterisk (*).
*Balmoral Ridgeway Elementary School
5905 Grosvenor Ave. (38119) | 416-2128 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/balmoral.es/site/index/shtmlOptional Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Candidate School. Balmoral Ridgeway is a candidate school for the Primary Years Programme and pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy: a commitment to high quality and a challenging international education for all students.
Bellevue Middle School
575 S. Bellevue Blvd. (38104) | 416-4488 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/bellevue.ms/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program emphasizes the liberal arts with a focus on honors language arts/English, mathematics, science, and social studies. Electives include conversational Spanish, band, art, computer science, orchestra (strings), choir, musical keyboarding, drama, and teen living.
Dr. William Herbert Brewster Elementary
2605 Sam Cooper Blvd. (38112) | 416-7150 | Grades 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/brewster.es/index/.htmOptional Program: The Enriched Academics/M.A.S.T. program emphasizes accelerated learning in math, arts, science, and technology. This new facility is equipped with the latest technology and houses 36 classrooms that include music and art rooms, science and computer labs, a library-media center, and a multipurpose room.
Brownsville Road Elementary School
5292 Banbury (38135) | 416-4300 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/brownsvilleroad.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics program schedules students into enriched math, science, and language arts classes where higher-level skills are emphasized. Course offerings include International Studies and computer technology skills. Students also develop artistic talents through art classes.
*Carnes Elementary School
943 J.W. Williams Ln. (38105) | 416-3206 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/carnes.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Environmental Science program encourages students to actually become environmental scientists in the classroom. The program will incorporate the use of an outdoor classroom, laboratory experiences, field trips, and speakers into a balanced academic program which integrates environmental science into the core curriculum.
Central High School
306 S. Bellevue Blvd. (38104) | 416-4500 | Grades: 9-12 mcsk12.net/schools/central.hs/centralhomepage.htm Optional Program: The College Preparatory program offers quality academics for college-bound students from across the city including honors-level courses in all subjects. During their sophomore, junior, and senior years, students may earn college credit through Advanced Placement courses in 15 areas. Four years of foreign language study are also available. A new classroom building, a 1,500 seat gymnasium, and state-of-the-art library and science facilities round out the facility.
Colonial Middle School
1370 Colonial Rd. (38117) | 416-8980 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/colonial.ms/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: Arts and Academics. The Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) Program focuses on art, vocal music, instrumental music, orchestra, drama, creative writing, dance, and piano. Through the Enriched Academics program, students participate in academically challenging courses in language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Additionally, eighth-grade students may take Honors Spanish and Algebra 1 for high school credit. Clubs and extracurricular activities, in addition to local, national, and international field trips, create a well-rounded experience.
*Cordova Elementary School
750 Sanga Rd. | Cordova (38018) | 416-1700 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/cordova.es/site/index.shtml Optional Program: The Enriched Academics program emphasizes innovative teaching and learning strategies, such as the Reading Renaissance/Accelerated Reader program, the Stanford Math program, and inquiry-based problem solving. Exploratory classes include computer, physical education, Orff, and instrumental music.
*Cordova Middle School
900 Sanga Rd. | Cordova (38018) | 416-2189 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/cordova.ms/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program builds on Cordova Elementary’s foundation. Networked classrooms allow for the sharing of innovative educational software. Incorporating audio and video equipment with computer technology allows students to produce multimedia projects.
Craigmont High School
3333 Covington Pike (38128) | 416-4312 | Grades: 9-12craigmontchiefs.orgOptional Program: The College Preparatory for International Studies program focuses on social studies, arts, language arts, and foreign languages. The program exposes students to issues of international scope to foster understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity. Collaborations with Memphis In May, the Chamber of Commerce, and various civic organizations expose students to the international scene.
Craigmont Middle School
3455 Covington Pike (38128) | 416-7780 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/craigmont.mi/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics/International Studies program prepares students to live and work successfully in an increasingly global society. This focus allows them to better understand cultures and people of the world via a concentration in foreign languages and social studies, including international activities, music, and the arts.
*Cummings School
1037 Cummings (38106) | 416-7810 | Grades: 1-8mcsk12.net/schools/cummings.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: Developing Masterful Mathematical Minds (DM³) offers students a world-class education with an emphasis on mathematics. Since math skills are critical in helping prepare students to master other academic skills, students enrolled in the DM³ program are developing math skills by integrating them into other areas of the curriculum.
*Delano Elementary
1716 Delano (38127) | 416-3932 | Grades: 1-6mcsk12.net/schools/delano.es/site/index.shtml Optional Program: With an emphasis on Computer/Technology integrated throughout the instructional program, students develop critical thinking, reasoning, communication, reading, writing, and math skills. Students engage in real world experiences using multimedia, computer technology, digital cameras, and closed circuit TV. Delano received the U.S. Department of Education’s “No Child Left Behind” Blue Ribbon Award for being among the most academically superior schools in Tennessee and the nation.
*Double Tree Elementary School
4560 Double Tree (38109) | 416-8144 | Grades: K-6mcsk12.net/schools/doubletree.es/site/index.shtml Optional Program: As a modified Montessori/Technology school, Double Tree offers concepts like multi-age grouping, nongraded work, and individualized instruction in grades K-3. Students in grades 4-6 communicate ideas and share knowledge with other schools around the world using computers and technology.
Douglass High School
3200 Mt. Olive Rd. (38108) | 416-0990 | Grades: 9-11mcsk12.net/schools/douglass.hs/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Public Service and Communication Arts program offers students a unique academic experience in a state-of-the-art learning facility. As one of the district’s newest Optional Schools, Douglass offers expert instruction in the fields of public service and communication arts with courses in public speaking and Facing History and Ourselves. Hands-on experiences with nonprofit organizations and government institutions are also provided. Douglass’ program is designed for students who want to develop their leadership skills with the goal of making a difference in their communities and beyond. A partnership with Tennessee State University offers dual enrollment courses and scholarship opportunities.
*Douglass School
1650 Ash St. (38108) | 416-5946 | Grades: *K-5, 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/douglass.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: Media Arts and Public Service (M.A.P.S.) via Micro Society at Douglass School offers students a unique academic experience in a fully functional representation of microcosms, such as a post office or the mayor’s office, in their classrooms. Activities conducted allow students to learn not only entrepreneurial concepts but also to develop skills in the areas of critical thinking, reasoning, communication, reading, writing, and math. Students also participate in Consumer Days and demonstrate their citizenship responsibilities through service projects. In addition to providing lessons on public service, staff members also offer expert instruction in media arts and public service, through which students gain knowledge in photography concepts, aspects of film, video, and electronic media.
Downtown Elementary School
10 North Fourth St. (38103) | 416-8400 | Grades: 1-6mcsk12.net/schools/downtown.es/index.html Optional Program: The Enriched Academics/Social Studies program places special emphasis on social studies and provides enrichment in all basic courses. Field trips to business, historical, educational, and cultural sites downtown are part of every child’s learning experiences. Guest speakers from businesses and civic organizations, as well as parents who work and live near the school, enhance each child’s learning potential.
East High School
3206 Poplar Ave. (38111) | 416-6160 | Grades: 9-12mcsk12.net/schools/east.hs/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The College Preparatory for Health Sciences/Allied Health/Engineering/Computer Science program is designed for students who want to pursue careers in health sciences, allied health, computer science, and engineering. The program provides a learning environment that focuses on academic achievement and technology. Top colleges and universities recruit East High graduates.
*John P. Freeman Optional School
5250 Tulane Rd. (38109) | 416-3156 | Grades: 1-8mcsk12.net/schools/jpfreeman.es/site/index.shtml Optional Program: The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program is designed to stimulate creativity and develop critical thinking skills. The accelerated academic curriculum is broadened by introducing students to a varied range of cultural activities that motivate learning. Freeman is the only totally optional school for grades one through eight in the district. According to the U.S. Department of Education, Freeman is among the most academically superior schools in the state and nation. John P. Freeman Optional School was a 2008 recipient of the U.S. Department of Education’s No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Blue Ribbon Award for continuous student achievement.
Grahamwood Elementary School
3950 Summer Ave. (38122) | 416-5952 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/grahamwood.es/site/index.shtml Optional Program: The Enriched Academics program encourages students to achieve a high level of learning through the challenge of a strong academic program taught by an experienced and knowledgeable faculty who provide successful learning for all students. Parental involvement plays a vital role.
Havenview Middle School
1481 Hester Ln. (38116) | 416-3092 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/havenview.ms/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) program offers an opportunity for students to engage in a stimulating curriculum that enables them to develop skills and knowledge that will help them as they prepare for future careers related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
*Idlewild Elementary School
1950 Linden Ave. (38104) | 416-4566 | Grades: K-5mcsk12.net/schools/idlewild.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Enriched Science and Technology Optional Program combines an emphasis on academic excellence with a commitment to making the classroom a challenging, engaging, and productive place.
Keystone Elementary School
4301 Old Allen Rd. (38128) | 416-3924 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/keystone.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: ECO – Educating Children Through the Outdoors is the focus at Keystone, where enriched academic learning opportunities come in a variety of packages: primary/intermediate CLUE; outdoor classroom (gardens, pond, “grow rooms,” and amphitheatre); field experiences; a fully operational science lab; two fully staffed computer labs; and weekly instruction in the visual arts, music, computer, library, and physical education. Keystone has earned numerous awards, including the 2004 No Child Left Behind – National Blue Ribbon Award; and 2007 and 2008 EPIC Silver Gain Awards for academic achievement.
Kingsbury High School
1270 N. Graham (38122) | 416-6060 | Grades: 9-12mcsk12.net/schools/kingsbury.hs/site/index.shtml Optional Program: Technology/Careers/Military Science. Kingsbury is a multicultural learning institution with a dual path geared toward academics and technology. The goal is to educate students with appropriate and rigorous challenges in order to better prepare them for possible careers in the military, math, science, medicine, and computer technology.
*Lester School
320 Carpenter (38112) | 416-5969 | Grades: *1-5, 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/lester.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: Focused Literacy/Technology/Pre-Engineering. Focused literacy is an instructional concentration designed to raise the level of students’ skills in all areas of language arts, including reading comprehension, writing, and conversation. The school contains two computer labs and offers Internet access in the classrooms. Lester utilizes a Podcasting Lab as part of the school’s technology-focused curriculum.
*Oak Forest Elementary School
7440 Nonconnah View Cove (38119) | 416-2257 | Grades: 1-5www.mcsk12.net/schools/oakforest.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: International Baccalaureate (IB) Candidate School. Oak Forest is a candidate school for the Primary Years Programme and pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy: a commitment to high quality, challenging international education that Oak Forest believes is important for all students.
Overton High School
1770 Lanier Ln. (38117) | 416-2136 | Grades 9-12mcsk12.net/schools/overton.hs/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: Creative and Performing Arts. Students are given the opportunity to develop their creative and artistic expression through an intense study in vocal music, instrumental music, music theory, jazz improvisation, orchestra, dance, drama, visual art, digital art, piano, broadcasting, and creative writing. Optional students develop a synergy by learning together in their own CAPA Academy. All CAPA students are encouraged to take the most rigorous AP and Honors courses available while studying at Overton.
Peabody Elementary School
2086 Young Ave. (38104) | 416-4606 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/peabody.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: Enriched Academics/International Studies. Peabody is a multicultural mecca. While providing the traditional MCS curriculum, it also offers an Enriched Academics Optional Program, incorporating international studies as a distinguishing feature.
Ridgeway High School
2009 Ridgeway Rd. (38119) | 416-8820 | Grades: 9-11ridgewayhigh.org/Optional Program: International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB). Ridgeway underwent a rigorous, multiyear authorization process through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, to receive authorization to open the school’s new International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Ninth- and tenth-grade students engage in a challenging college preparatory curriculum that prepares them for the rigorous IB program when they are juniors.
Ridgeway Middle School
6333 Quince (38119) | 416-1588 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/ridgeway.ms/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) focuses on developing well-rounded, internationally minded students who are principled thinkers and reflective risk-takers. Innovative and award-winning teachers prepare students to be successful in the IB program and the community.
Riverwood Elementary School
1330 Stern Lane, Cordova (38016) | 416-1750 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/riverwood.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Environmental Science and Community Service program offers students exciting opportunities to engage in interactive explorations of the world around them. The curriculum integrates the latest technology with hands-on learning activities.
*Rozelle Elementary School
993 Roland (38114) | 416-4612 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/rozelle/site/index/shtml Optional Program: Creative and Performing Arts. Instructors at Rozelle use the arts to teach academic subjects as well as to develop students’ talents. Artistic talents are enhanced through Encore classes in visual arts, music, drama, creative writing, and dance.
Sherwood Elementary School
1156 Robin Hood (38111) | 416-4864 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/sherwood.es/site/index/shtmlOptional Program: The Academic Enrichment Through the Arts program requires students to read children’s classic literature, current books, and periodicals. Problem-solving and critical-thinking activities are used to develop students’ listening, speaking, observing, and writing skills. Involvement by Arts Memphis, Brooks Museum of Art, and Dixon Gallery and Gardens enriches the program.
Snowden School
1870 N. Parkway (38112) | 416-4621 | Grades: 1-8mcsk12.net/schools/snowden.school/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program offers students a challenging curriculum that stresses academics, creativity, and social development. The elementary program gives students an opportunity for in-depth study in language arts, math, social studies, art, and science from grades one through five. In grades six through eight, students participate in language arts, social studies, foreign languages, mathematics, science, and collaborative laboratory experiences with nearby Rhodes College.
*Springdale-Memphis Magnet Elementary School
880 N. Hollywood St. (38108) | 416-4883 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/sprindalemagnet.es/site/index/shtmlOptional Program: Exploratory Learning provides an innovative environment that encourages and challenges creative thinking and investigation. This initiative is supported by a science laboratory and a computer lab. Additionally, students have the opportunity to participate in a school orchestra, choir, chess, art, and elementary harp instruction, which is the only program of this type in the state.
Treadwell Elementary School
3538 Given (38122) | 416-6130 | Grades: K-1mcsk12.net/schools/treadwell.es/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The Dual Language Immersion program offers students an exciting opportunity to acquire bilingual skills in a culturally diverse school environment. Groups of native English-speaking students are paired with groups of native speakers of another language to provide both a unique foreign language immersion experience.
*Vollentine Elementary School
1682 Vollintine (38107) | 416-4632 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/vollentine.es/site/index.shtml Optional Program: Individually Guided Education (IGE) incorporates a comprehensive support system involving the use of team-teaching, departmentalization, shared decision-making, collaborative planning, heterogeneous grouping, and the use of multilevel, multicultural, and multimedia materials.
Whitehaven Elementary School
4783 Elvis Presley Blvd. (38116) | 416-7431 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/whitehaven.es/index.htmOptional Program: The Enriched Academics program features enriched academics with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The STEM curriculum engages students in hands-on, multidisciplinary challenges designed to build the math, science, and problem-solving skills needed to compete in today’s technology-based world. This new program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for academic success.
Whitehaven High School
4851 Elvis Presley Blvd (38116) | 416-3000 | Grades: 9-12mcsk12.net/schools/whitehaven.hs/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The College Preparatory/Business and Finance program provides a broad scope of student opportunities ranging from a finance program emphasizing career preparation to a college prep program that includes Advanced Placement classes designed to prepare students for the rigors of college work.
White Station High School
514 S. Perkins (38117) | 416-8880 | Grades: 9-12mcsk12.net/schools/whitestation.hs/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: College Preparatory. White Station High has appeared on Newsweek’s list of top high schools. The Optional Program is designed to provide a broad liberal arts foundation for students in the fields of science, mathematics, medicine, law, architecture, education, business, computer science, and public/social service. During the sophomore, junior, and senior years, students may earn college credit through Advanced Placement courses in 20 areas. Students are accepted to the nation’s most competitive universities.
White Station Middle School
5465 Mason (38120) | 416-2184 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/whitestation.ms/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The College Preparatory program provides academically enriched instruction in English, mathematics, science, social studies, fine arts, and foreign languages in a state-of-the-art facility.
Willow Oaks Elementary School
4417 Willow (38117) | 416-2196 | Grades: 1-5mcsk12.net/schools/willowoaks.es/willowoakshomepage.htmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics program offers a curriculum that exceeds state performance standards in reading, mathematics, science, social studies, computer technology, and the arts. Cross-curriculum technology projects, power writing, and field trips further enhance the program. Additional resources include two state-of-the-art computer labs, teacher and student workstations, Smart Board technology, a computerized library, a well-equipped media center, and a teacher resource center.
Wooddale High School
5151 Scottsdale (38118) | 416-2440• Grades: 9-12mcsk12.net/schools/wooddale.hs/site/index.shtmlOptional Program: The College Preparatory and Aviation/Travel and Tourism program is designed for students seeking a strong varied liberal arts foundation. Students follow a broad outline for a major in English, mathematics, science, or social studies. The aviation/travel and tourism program is an integrated aeronautics curriculum that enhances the study of math, science, engineering, technology, travel and tourism with emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary education or training in these fields.
Wooddale Middle School
3467 Castleman Street (38118) | 416-2420 | Grades: 6-8mcsk12.net/schools/wooddale.mi/wooddale.htmlOptional Program: The Enriched Academics/Aviation/College Preparatory program offers an enriched academics program in the areas of language arts/English, mathematics, science, and social studies as well as exploratory classes such as health, technology, art, choir, conversational Spanish, drama, and band. Our program also includes offerings for students interested in careers in aviation and related fields.
SHELBY COUNTY SCHOOLS
160 S. Hollywood | 321-2500www.scsk12.org
SCS IS A STRAIGHT-“A” SCHOOL SYSTEM
One of only 10 of Tennessee’s 136 school systems to achieve straight “A’s” in Academic Achievement on the Tennessee Department of Education Report Card, Shelby County Schools (SCS) provides a technology-rich instruction program to more than 48,000 students in its 51 schools. SCS is the state’s fourth-largest school system and includes all public schools in the county outside the city limits of Memphis, including those in Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland, and Millington.
SCS continues to exceed standards set by the State Department of Education and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). SCS students also surpass state averages on both SAT and ACT tests, and either match or outperform national scores. SCS was the first school system in West Tennessee to offer the world-class International Baccalaureate Program (Germantown High) and will start its second IB Program (Bolton High) in August 2011. Additionally, SCS will launch its first academies for rigorous study in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math at Bartlett and Southwind High Schools in August 2011. The system also has more PTA members than any other in Tennessee — roughly one-third of the statewide membership.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
APEX (accelerated enrichment), AP/Honors, Special Education, & ESL (English as a Second Language)
SCS offers APEX (Academic Program for Excellence), a pullout program for academically gifted students. Screening for APEX begins at the start of third grade, but students in grades K-2 may also be eligible based on class performance. Middle school students are provided opportunities to enroll in courses for high school credit, and high school students can enroll in AP and dual credit courses for college credit. Plus, there are numerous options for honors courses and career/technical learning in grades 9-12. A full range of special education services are offered in each of the 51 county schools for eligible students ages 3 to 21, who have disabilities. Resource programs and additional services, including speech and occupational/physical therapy, also exist at each school. Furthermore, over two-thirds of the schools have functional skills programs or expanded resource programs. SCS also provides a variety of support services for students and parents through its nationally renowned ESL (English as a Second Language) program.
Extracurricular Activities
Many extracurricular activities are available to SCS students, such as Odyssey of the Mind, Beta Club, Drama Club, Junior National Honor Society, National Honor Society, Foreign Language clubs, Key Club, Wordsmith, Newspaper and Yearbook, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and Student Government. In addition, a wide variety of high school athletics programs exist, including: basketball, bowling, pom, cheerleading, soccer, football, golf, baseball, softball, volleyball, tennis, track, and wrestling. Middle schools offer boys and girls basketball and cheerleading.
CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF MEMPHIS
373-1219cdom.org
The Catholic Diocese of Memphis, through its department of education, administers 28 schools in the Memphis area, serving about 8,700 pre-K to 12th grade students. The diocese employs 779 teachers, 46 percent of whom have advanced degrees. Catholic schools in the Memphis diocese boast a graduation rate of 99 percent. Of those graduates, 99 percent go on to college. Catholic high school students received more than $38 million in scholarships. To learn more about each school, go to cdom.org.
Catholic Schools
Tuition for Memphis’ Catholic Diocese schools does not include individual school fees. Some schools offer family discounts and scholarships. An asterisk (*) indicates a private, or non-diocesan school which sets its own tuition. Grades K-6 (Catholic students): $4,330Other: $4,950Grades 7-8 (Catholic): $4,580Other: $5,230Grades 9-12 (Catholic): $5,630Other: $6,630
Bishop Byrne Middle and High School
1475 E. Shelby Dr. (38116) | 346-3060Student body: co-edGrades: 7-12 Enrollment: 290Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Extracurricular activities offered: yes
De La Salle Elementary at Blessed Sacrament
2540 Hale Ave. (38112) | 866-9084Student body: co-edGrades: K-8 Enrollment: 163Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
Holy Names Elementary
709 Keel Ave. (38107) | 507-1503Student body: co-edGrades: 3-8 Enrollment: 90Student/faculty ratio: 15:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
Holy Rosary School
4841 Park Ave. (38117) | 685-1231Student body: co-edGrades: K3-8 Enrollment: 450Student/faculty ratio: 14:1After-school care offered: yes
Immaculate Conception Cathedral School
Lower School - 1669 Central Ave. (38104) | 725-2710Student body: co-edGrades: PreK - 8Tuition: please contact schoolEnrollment: 280 Student/faculty ratio: 15:1Before- and after-school care offered: yesUpper School - 1725 Central Ave. (38104) | 725-2705Student body: all femaleGrades: 9-12Tuition: please contact schoolEnrollment: 94Student/faculty ratio: 10:1Extracurricular activities offered: yes
Incarnation School
360 Bray Station Rd., Collierville (38017) | 853-7804Student body: co-edGrades: preK-8 Enrollment: 275Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
Little Flower School
1666 Jackson Ave. (38107) | 725-9900Student body: co-edGrades: preK4-2 Enrollment: 81Student/faculty ratio: 10:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
Memphis Catholic Middle and High School
61 N. McLean Blvd. (38104) | 276-1221Student body: co-edGrades: 7-12 Enrollment: 171Student/faculty ratio: 11:1After-school care: no
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
8151 Poplar Ave., Germantown (38138) | 753-1181Student body: co-edGrades: preK2-8 Enrollment: 260Student/faculty ratio: 15:1After-school care offered: yes (students only)
Our Lady of Sorrows School
3690 Thomas St. (38127) | 358-7431Student body: co-edGrades: preK3-8 Enrollment: 120Student/faculty ratio: 13:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes (students only)
St. Ann School - Bartlett
6529 Stage Rd. (38134) | 386-3328Student body: co-edGrades: preK-8 Enrollment: 625Student/faculty ratio: 23:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. Anne Catholic School
670 S. Highland Ave. (38111) | 323-1344Student body: co-edGrades: preK-8Enrollment: 140Student/faculty ratio: 15:1 Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. Augustine School
1169 Kerr Ave. (38106) | 942-8002Student body: co-edGrades: preK4-6 Enrollment: 165Student/faculty ratio: 22:1After-school care offered: yes
St. Benedict at Auburndale
8250 Varnavas at Germantown. Pkwy., Cordova (38016) | 260-2840Student body: co-edGrades: 9-12Tuition: $7,350-$8,050Enrollment: 981Student/faculty ratio: 14:1Extracurricular activities offered: yes
St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School
2100 Germantown Pkwy. Cordova (38016) | 388-7321Student body: co-edGrades: K4-8 Enrollment: 889Student/faculty ratio: 14:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. Joseph School
3851 Neely Rd. (38109) | 344-0021Student body: co-edGrades: preK3-6 Enrollment: 197Student/faculty ratio: 20:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. John School
2718 Lamar Ave. (38114) | 743-6700Student body: co-edGrades: preK3-6 Enrollment: 197Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. Louis School
5192 Shady Grove Rd. (38117) | 682-9692Student body: co-edGrades: preK-8 Enrollment: 500Student/faculty ratio: 20:1After-school care offered: yes
St. Mary-Jackson Elementary School
1665 Hwy. 45 by-pass, Jackson, TN | (731) 668-2525Student body: co-edGrades: K4-8 Enrollment: 360Student/faculty ratio: 12:1After-school care offered: yes
St. Michael Parish School
3880 Forrest Ave. (38122) | 323-2162Student body: co-edGrades: preK-8 Enrollment: 190Student/faculty ratio: 11:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. Patrick School
277 S. Fourth St. (38126) | 521-3252Student body: co-edGrades: preK-6 Enrollment: 168Student/faculty ratio: 8:1Before and after-school care offered: yes
St. Paul School
1425 E. Shelby Dr. (38116) | 346-0862Student body: co-edGrades: preK-6 Enrollment: 300Student/faculty ratio: 15:1After-school care offered: yes
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
In addition to the two public and Catholic school systems that serve our area, a host of independent schools provide parents with a range of options.
Bornblum Solomon Schechter School
6641 Humphreys Blvd. (38120) | 747-2665bsssmemphis.comStudent body: co-edGrades: 1-8Tuition: $12,350-$12,675Enrollment: 127Student/faculty ratio: 15:1Religious affiliation: JewishBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Briarcrest Christian Schools
6000 Briarcrest (38120) | 765-4600 briarcrest.comStudent body: co-edGrades: 24 mos.-5Tuition: $4,895-$11,895Enrollment: 1,600Student/faculty ratio: 13:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: YesAdditional locations:76 S. Houston Levee Rd., Eads (38028) | 751-6400Grades: preK-12
Central Day School
2005 Winchester Blvd., Collierville (38017) | 255-8134centraldayschool.comStudent body: co-edGrades: K-8Tuition: $6,100-$6,900Enrollment: 320Student/faculty ratio: 17:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Christ Methodist Day School
411 S. Grove Park (38117) | 683-6873cmdsmemphis.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-6Tuition: $3,250-$9,995Enrollment: 350Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered (and summer care): yes
Christ the King Lutheran School
5296 Park Ave. (38119) | 682-8405ctkschool.comStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-8Tuition: $5,385-$7,000 Enrollment: 300Student/faculty ratio: 13:1Religious affiliation: LutheranSpecial ed classes: Plus, DiscoveriesBefore- and after-school care: yes
Christ the Rock Christian Academy
8800 Winchester Rd. (38125) | 751-7122christtherockmemphis.org Student body: co-edGrades: K3-8Tuition: $4,550Enrollment: 250Student/faculty ratio: 13:1-20:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Christian Brothers High School
5900 Walnut Grove (38120) | 261-4900cbhs.orgStudent body: all maleGrades: 9-12Tuition: $9,500Enrollment: 870Student/faculty ratio: 11:1Religious affiliation: Roman CatholicExtracurricular activities offered: yes
Collegiate School of Memphis
3353 Faxon Avenue (38122) | 591-8200collegiatememphis.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: 6-10Tuition: $10,000Enrollment: 275Student/faculty ratio: 17:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianAll students eligible for financial aid.
Evangelical Christian School – Main Campus
7600 Macon Road (38018) | 754-7217ecseagles.netStudent body: co-edGrades: 6-12Tuition: $4,800-$12,630Enrollment: 1,150Student/faculty ratio: 14:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: All lower and middle schoolsAdditional locations:
ECS at Forest Hill
1920 Forest Hill-Irene (38139) | 754-4420Grades: Jr. K-5
ECS at Ridge Lake
735 Ridge Lake Blvd. (38120) | 683-9013Grades: Jr. K-5
ECS at Fisherville
11893 Macon Rd., Eads (38028) | 850-9652Grades: Jr. K-5
Evergreen Montessori
751 N. Trezevant St. (38112) | 324-4159evergreen-montessori.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: 14 mos.-8Tuition: $5,500-$8,500 (2010 rates)Enrollment: 75Student/faculty ratio: 8:1Religious affiliation: nonsectarianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Fayette Academy
P.O. Box 130, Somerville (38068) | 465-3241fayetteacademy.comStudent body: co-edGrades: preK 4-12Tuition: $5,350-$5,500 Enrollment: 760Student/faculty ratio: 15:1Religious affiliation: nondenominationalBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
First Assembly Christian School
8650 Walnut Grove Road, Cordova (38018) | 458-5543facsmemphis.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: Jr. K-12Tuition: $3,935-$8,275Enrollment: 800Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Religious affiliation: interdenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal School
246 S. Belvedere (38104) | 278-0200gslschool.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-8Tuition: $6,856-$12,464Enrollment: 500Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: EpiscopalBefore- and after-school program offered: yes
Harding Academy of Memphis
1100 Cherry Rd. (38117) | 767-4494hardinglions.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: 18 mos.-12Tuition: $3,995-$10,995Enrollment: 1,250Student/faculty ratio: 11:1Religious affiliation: Church of ChristBefore- and after-school care offered: yesAdditional locations:
Harding Academy Cordova campus
8350 & 8360 Macon Road (38018) Grades 18 mos.-6 | 767-4494
Harding Academy White Station campus
1106 Colonial (38117) | 767-2093Grades: Jr. K-6
Hutchison School
1740 Ridgeway (38119) | 761-2220hutchisonschool.orgStudent body: all female Grades: preK-12Tuition: $5,160-$16,276Enrollment: 915Student/faculty ratio: 8:1 (early childhood); 18:1 (elementary-high) Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Immanuel Lutheran School
6319 Raleigh LaGrange (38134) | 388-0205ilsmemphis.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-8Tuition: $3,450-$5,850Enrollment: 240Student/faculty ratio: 9:1-20:1Religious affiliation: LutheranBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Lamplighter Montessori School
8563 Fay Rd. (38018) | 751-2000lamplighterschool.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: preK3-8Tuition: $9,660Enrollment: 120Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Religious affiliation: nonsectarianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Lausanne Collegiate School
1381 W. Massey (38120) | 474-1000lausanneschool.comStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-12Tuition: $11,800-$16,400Enrollment: 764Student/faculty ratio: 8:1Religious affiliation: nonsectarianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Macon Road Baptist School
1082 Berclair (38122) | 682-5420maconroadbaptist.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: K4-12Tuition: $2,600-$4,700 Enrollment: 300Student/faculty ratio: 20:1Religious affiliation: BaptistBefore- and after-school care offered: yesAdditional locations:
Macon Road Baptist School East
11015 Highway 64, Arlington, TN (38002) | 867-8161Grades: K-12Enrollment: 360Tuition: $5,100-$5,500Student/faculty ratio: 20:1
Lakeland Campus
9182 Highway 64, Lakeland, TN (38002) | 937-0766Grades: K3-K4Enrollment: 100Tuition: $5,200-$6,500Student/faculty ratio: 10:1
Margolin Hebrew Academy - Feinstone Yeshiva of the South
390 S. White Station Rd. (38117) | 682-2400mhafyos.orgStudent body: co-ed (preK-8), all female (9-12), all male (9-12)Grades: preK-12Tuition: $6,555-$16,900Enrollment: 210Student/faculty ratio: 6:1Religious affiliation: JewishBefore- and after-school care offered: aftercare only
Maria Montessori School
740 Harbor Bend Rd. (38103) | 527-3444mariamontessorischool.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: 18 mos.-8 Tuition: $6,019-$8,058 Enrollment: 120Student/faculty ratio: 8:1Religious affiliation: noneAfter-school care offered: yes; part-time enrichment offered
Marshall Academy
100 Academy Dr., Holly Springs, MS (38635) | (662) 252-3449marshallacademy.comStudent body: co-edGrades: K3-12Tuition: $4,200-$4,700Enrollment: 300Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianAfter-school care offered: yes
Memphis Junior Academy
50 N. Mendenhall (38117) | 683-1061memphisjunioracademy.com Student body: co-edGrades: preK-11Tuition: $3,080-$8,400 Enrollment: 65Student/faculty ratio: 10:1Religious affiliation: Seventh Day AdventistBefore- and after-school care offered: after-school only
Memphis University School
6191 Park (38119) | 260-1300 musowls.orgStudent body: all male Grades: 7-12Tuition: $17,500Enrollment: 660Student/faculty ratio: 10:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianExtracurricular activities offered: yes
New Hope Christian Academy
3000 University St. (38127) | 358-3183newhopememphis.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: Jr. K-6 Tuition: sliding scale based on parent incomeEnrollment: 433Student/faculty ratio: 14:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianAfter-school care offered: yesAdditional location:
New Hope Christian Academy Junior Kindergarten
3277 N. Watkins (38127)Grades:K4 program only
Presbyterian Day School
4025 Poplar Ave. (38111) | 842-4600pdsmemphis.orgStudent body: all male Grades: preK-6 Tuition: $7,130-$14,250Enrollment: 635Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: PresbyterianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Rossville Christian Academy
280 High St., Rossville, TN (38066) | 853-0200rossvillechristian.comStudent body: co-edGrades: K4-12Tuition: $4,600-$5,200 Enrollment: 300Student/faculty ratio: 14:1Religious affiliation: interdenominational ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
St. Agnes Academy/St. Dominic School
4830 Walnut Grove Rd. (38117) | 767-1356Student body: St. Agnes: all female; St. Dominic: all maleGrades: preK-12 (girls); preK-8 (boys)Tuition: please contact schoolEnrollment: 916 (girls and boys)Student/faculty ratio: 10:1Before- and after-school care offered: yes
St. George’s Independent School, Germantown
8250 Poplar, Germantown (38138) | 261-2300sgis.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: K3-5Tuition: $5,140-$14,400 Enrollment: 387Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: Judeo-ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
St. George’s Independent School, Memphis
3749 Kimball Ave. (38111) | 261-3920Grades: K3-5Tuition: $5,140-$14,400 Enrollment: 147Student/faculty ratio: 9:1After-school care offered: yes
St. George’s Independent School, Collierville
1880 Wolf River Blvd., Collierville (38017) | 457-2000Grades: 6-12Tuition: $15,800Enrollment: 655After-school care offered: yes
St. Mary’s Episcopal School
60 Perkins Ext. (38117) | 537-1405stmarysschool.orgStudent body: all female Grades: preK-12Tuition: $5,000-$17,010Enrollment: 860Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: EpiscopalBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
SBEC (Southern Baptist Educational Center)
7400 Getwell, Southaven, MS (38672) | (662) 349-3096sbectrojans.comStudent body: co-edGrades: K3-12Tuition: $3,781-$7,721Enrollment: 1,053Student/faculty ratio: 15:1Religious affiliation: ChristianBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Tipton-Rosemark Academy
8696 Rosemark, Millington (38053) | 829-4221tiptonrosemarkacademy.netStudent body: co-edGrades: K3-12Tuition: $4,115-$6,740 (2010 rates)Enrollment: 650Student/faculty ratio: 14:1 - 20:1Religious affiliation: nondenominational ChristianAfter-school care offered: yes
Westminster Academy
2500 Ridgeway Rd. (38119) | 380-9192wamemphis.comStudent body: co-edGrades: K-12Tuition: $5,650-$9,990 Enrollment: 340Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: Reformed ChristianExtracurricular activities offered: yes
West Memphis Christian School
1600 N. Missouri St., West Memphis, AR (72301) | (870) 400-4000Elementary school | (870) 735-0642wmcs.comStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-6Tuition: $3,900-$4,600 Enrollment: 120Student/faculty ratio: 12:1Religious affiliation: Church of Christ Before- and after-school care offered: yes
Other location:Jr. and Sr. High School1101 N. Missouri St.Grades: 7-12Tuition: $6,200-$6,800Enrollment: 132
Woodland Presbyterian School
5217 Park (38119) | 685-0976woodlandschool.orgStudent body: co-edGrades: preK-8Tuition: $5,550-$10,135Enrollment: 370Student/faculty ratio: 9:1Religious affiliation: PresbyterianAfter-school care offered: yes
SPECIAL SCHOOLS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
Bodine School
2432 Yester Oaks Dr., Germantown (38139) | 754-1800bodineschool.orgSchool for students with dyslexia and related learning disabilities.Grades: 1-8Tuition: $14,870-$16,800Financial aid: availableEnrollment: 90Student/faculty ratio: 6:1Religious affiliation: noneAfter-school care offered: no
Madonna Learning Center
7007 Poplar Ave., Germantown (38138) | 752-5767madonna-learning.orgIndividualized educational services for special-needs children and their families. Students represent all disabilities, including Down syndrome, developmental delays, learning disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and other learning challenges. Ages: 5-26Grades: flexible levels, ungraded classroomsTuition: $10,000Financial aid: availableEnrollment: 54Student/faculty ratio: 3:1Religious affiliation: all-faithsAfter-school care offered: no
Memphis Oral School for the Deaf
7901 Poplar Ave., Germantown (38138) | 758-2228mosdkids.orgSmall class sizes, daily speech therapy, and on-site cochlear implant mapping and therapy work toward this early intervention program’s goal of mainstreaming children into regular education programs.Ages: 0-6Tuition: sliding fee scaleFinancial aid: availableEnrollment: 30Student/faculty ratio: 4:1Religious affiliation: noneBefore- and after-school care offered: yes
Phoenix School for Creative Learning
2404 Arthur Rd. Germantown (38138) | 757-4360thephoenixschool.netAn individualized and arts-based learning program for 2nd through 12th grade students of average or above-average I.Q. Students are diagnosed with AD/HD, Asperger’s syndrome and/or other learning disabilities.Grades: 2-12Tuition: $8,500Financial aid: limited Enrollment: 32Student/faculty ratio: 8:1Religious affiliation: noneAfter-school care offered: no
Shady Oaks School
2000 N. Germantown Pkwy., Cordova (38016) | 737-3355shadyoaksmemphis.comShady Oaks offers special, individualized instruction for students with ADD, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. Grades: 1-8 (ungraded classrooms)Tuition: $8,000Financial aid: availableEnrollment: 25Student/faculty ratio: 6:1Religious affiliation: non-denominational ChristianBefore-school care offered: yes; after care: no
