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Searching for the right fit for your child’s education but don’t know where to start? With numerous options in the greater Memphis area, the journey to find that school can be a daunting task. Fortunately, we’ve rounded up a list of schools in the area to help you find one that will fit the needs of your child.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Private schools are not funded by the state and must fund operations by charging tuition, though many private schools offer some form of financial aid. Schools are typically run by an independent body (a school board, the Catholic Diocese, etc.), and as they are exempt from state oversight and mandated testing, faculty have the freedom to choose their own standards and educational approach. While the majority of private schools in Memphis have a religious affiliation, there are a number of non-religious schools focusing on a wide variety of methodologies and approaches. The Memphis Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) and the Catholic Diocese of Memphis represent a large number of private schools in Memphis. Various tuition and fees. Check school websites for details.
MUNICIPALITY SCHOOL SYSTEMS
A number of communities in Shelby County manage their own school systems. Residents who live in Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland, or Millington can opt to attend one of these schools. Go to the town websites for further information.
SHELBY COUNTY SCHOOLS
scsk12.org • 416-5300
Shelby County Schools (SCS) is the largest public school system in Tennessee and among the 25 largest systems in the nation. SCS operates more than 200 schools in the city of Memphis and in unincorporated and reserve areas of Shelby County.
The district includes traditional, optional, iZone, and charter schools under their umbrella. Traditional are the zoned schools any student can attend according to home residence. Optional are similar to magnet schools in other cities and have varying academic achievement requirements. iZone are schools on the state’s priority list working to improve test scores. Charter schools are tuition-free and operate independently from the SCS district. All of these schools are listed at the SCS website. You can start your research in this article and visit scsk12.org for more detailed information about each school.
SHELBY COUNTY SCHOOLS OPTIONAL PROGRAMS
160 S. Hollywood, Room C106, 38112 • 416-5338 • scsop@scsk12.org
Optional schools offer a world of choices to students. SCS has two optional programs: schools that use the school-within-a-school approach (optional program and traditional classes) and those that are optional only (meaning all students participate in the program). In the following profiles, optional programs are described, and optional only schools are designated with an asterisk (*).
*Balmoral-Ridgeway Elementary School 5905 Grosvenor Ave., 38119 • 416-2128 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/balmoralridgewayelementary • International Baccalaureate (IB) World School Primary Years Programme. Balmoral Ridgeway promotes education of the whole child with a one-of-a-kind global education.
Bellevue Middle School 575 S. Bellevue Blvd., 38104 • 416-4488 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/bellevuemiddle • The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program prepares students for secondary and post-secondary education with enriched language arts, mathematics, and science classes. Art, music, and robotics/STEM classes available.
Bolton High School 7323 Brunswick Rd., 38002 • 416-1435 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/boltonhighatit or /boltonhighib • The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme provides an internationally accepted education which opens the way for graduating students looking for higher education. Automotive technology and agri-STEM classes are available.
Brownsville Road Elementary School 5292 Banbury, 38135 • 416-4300 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/brownsvilleroadelementary • The Enriched Academics/International Studies program provides students with advanced multicultural educational opportunities and teaches students problem-solving skills to guide them to be self-sufficient.
Central High School 306 S. Bellevue Blvd., 38104 • 416-4500 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/centralhighschool • The College Preparatory program promotes college-readiness with honors and AP courses. Central also offers outstanding arts and athletic programs.
Colonial Middle School 1370 Colonial Rd., 38117 • 416-8980 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/colonialmiddleschool • With a central focus on arts, academics, and athletics, Colonial offers creative and performing arts classes, enriched academics, and exploratory classes.
Cordova Elementary School 750 Sanga Rd., Cordova, 38018 • 416-1700 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/cordovaelementary • Enriched Academics encourages students to develop and expand artistic, athletic, musical, and media skills with rigorous classes, academic competitions, STEM clubs, athletics, computer education, and art & music classes.
Cordova Middle School 900 Sanga Rd., Cordova, 38018 • 416-2189 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/cordovamiddle • Cordova Middle provides a stimulating learning experience for students interested in computer and environmental sciences. Extracurricular and after-school activities includes robotics and STEM programs. The school also has indoor and outdoor environment-based learning labs.
Craigmont High School 3333 Covington Pike, 38128 • 416-4312 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/craigmonthigh • Craigmont High boasts a college preparatory program, International Studies Optional Program, Robotics Club, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Junior Chapter, and more; and it caters to a wide range of abilities and needs from special education to honors/advanced placement and dual enrollment.
Craigmont Middle School 3455 Covington Pike, 38128 • 416-7780 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/craigmontmiddle • The only International Studies middle school in West Tennessee, Craigmont Middle prepares students for higher education by encouraging problem-solving skills and critical thinking while increasing global awareness.
*Cummings School 1037 Cummings, 38106 • 416-7810 • Grades: 1-8 • scsk12.org/cummingsschool • The Mathematical Minds (DM3) program emphasizes learning of mathematics and integrates these lessons into other areas of the curriculum. Cummings also serves as a laboratory school for LeMoyne-Owen College and is provided innovative teaching and learning strategies by Center for Urban Education (CUE).
*Delano Elementary 1716 Delano, 38127 • 416-3932 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/delanoelementary • The computer/technology program facilitates a learning experience that utilizes a variety of innovative technological tools. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities including pom pom, school newspaper, Arts and Crafts Club, and more.
*Double Tree Elementary School 4560 Double Tree, 38109 • 416-8144 • Grades: PreK-5 • scsk12.org/doubletreemontessorischool • As a modified Montessori/Technology school, Double Tree provides a Montessori approach for K-2nd grade and an emphasis on technology for grades 3-5.
Douglass High School 3200 Mt. Olive Rd., 38108 • 416-0990 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/douglasshighschool • The Public Service and Communication Arts program helps students develop 21st Century Skills. Students are taught traditional and core academics while having the opportunity to take honors and AP classes as well as career and technical education courses.
*Douglass Elementary School 1650 Ash St., 38108 • 416-5946 • Grades: *K-5, 6-8 • scsk12.org/douglassschool • The Chess and Public Service programs aim to provide opportunities that enrich students with an advanced curriculum.
Downtown Elementary School 10 North Fourth St., 38103 • 416-8400 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/downtownelementary • The Enriched Academics/Social Studies program takes advantage of its unique urban location by using Downtown Memphis as a “living laboratory.” Students take frequent field trips to historical, educational, and cultural sites; and guest speakers from nearby businesses and organizations stop in to speak with the students. A variety of in-school enrichment classes and after-school tuition-based activities are offered.
East High School 3206 Poplar, 38111 • 416-6160 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/easthigh • East High and its T-STEM Academy encourage students’ growth by emphasizing problem-based learning, professional learning, college and career readiness, and by increasing partnerships with industry, university, and community partnerships to support STEM education.
Germantown Elementary School 2730 Cross Country Dr., 38138 • 416-0945 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/germtownelementary • The Enriched Academics/International Studies program teaches students global and community awareness. Students also receive a number of opportunities through a learning garden, French classes, side-by-side concert with Memphis Symphony Orchestra, art expression experiences, partnerships with Germantown Middle and High School, and CLUE classes for gifted students.
Germantown Middle School 7925 C. D. Smith Rd., 38138 • 416-0950 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/germantownmiddle • The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory, STEM, and World Languages (Latin, French, and Spanish) programs provide every student numerous challenging, educational opportunities; and an array of specialized clubs and extracurricular activities keep students engaged.
Germantown High School 7653 Old Poplar Pike, 38138 • 416-0955 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/germantownhighIB or /germantownhighcapa • Germantown’s International Baccalaureate College Preparatory program sets students up for success in the future and is recognized globally. The Creative and Performing Arts program continuously garners national recognition for achievements.
Grahamwood Elementary School 3950 Summer Ave., 38122 • 416-5952 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/grahamwoodelementary • The Enriched Academics program encourages students to be productive and well-rounded by providing a safe, diverse, and academically challenging environment.
Havenview Middle School 1481 Hester Ln., 38116 • 416-3092 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/schools/havenview.ms • The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) program offers rigorous academic concepts while exposing students to real life experiences to further develop social and intellectual skills.
*Idlewild Elementary School 1950 Linden Ave., 38104 • 416-4566 • Grades: K-5 • schools.scsk12.org/idlewild-es • Idlewild provides a diverse and academically invigorating curriculum that combines enriched science, technology, art, and music.
*John P. Freeman Optional School 5250 Tulane Rd., 38109 • 416-3156 • Grades: 1-8 • schools.scsk12.org/johnpfreeman-k8/ • The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program prepares students to succeed globally by instilling rigorous academic practices and by encouraging using a growth mindset and building meaningful relationships.
Keystone Elementary School 4301 Old Allen Rd., 38128 • 416-3924 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/keystonelementary • ECO: Educating Children Through the Outdoors is Keystone’s central focus, where students receive an enriched education in outdoor classrooms (gardens, pond, "grow rooms," and amphitheatre) and science and computer labs.
Kingsbury High School 1270 N. Graham, 38122 • 416-6060 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/kingsburyhigh • With its Global Health Studies: Applied Health Science and Health Science Policy program, Kingsbury prepares students for college with a focus in the healthcare industry.
*Maxine Smith STEAM Academy 750 E. Parkway S., 38104 • 416-4536 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/maxinesmithsteamacademy • The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) program is designed to engage students and provide a rigorous curriculum.
*Oak Forest Elementary School 7440 Nonconnah View Cv., 38119 • 416-2257 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/oakforestelementary • With its International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme, Oak Forest provides an enriched and globally recognized education.
Overton High School 1770 Lanier Ln., 38117 • 416-2136 • Grades 9-12 • scsk12.org/overtonhigh • The Creative and Performing Arts program fosters students’ development of talents in the performing arts with programs in vocal and instrumental music, jazz, orchestra, dance, drama, visual arts, broadcasting, and creative writing.
Peabody Elementary School 2086 Young Ave., 38104 • 416-4606 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/peabodyelementary • Enriched Academics/International Studies. A multicultural melting pot, Peabody incorporates international studies in its enriched academics program.
Ridgeway High School 2009 Ridgeway Rd., 38119 • 416-1802 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ridgewayhigh • International Baccalaureate World School (IB). Ridgeway provides a course of study that is acknowledged worldwide for its rigorous curriculum.
Ridgeway Middle School 6333 Quince, 38119 • 416-1588 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ridgewaymiddle • The International Baccalaureate World School Middle Years Programme strives to encourage students to become independent thinkers and risk takers who are internationally-minded.
Riverwood Elementary School 1330 Stern Ln., Cordova, 38016 • 416-2310 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/riverwoodelementary • The Environmental Science and Community Service program encourages students to be community and environmentally conscious.
*Rozelle Elementary School 993 Roland, 38114 • 416-4612 • Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/rozelleelementary • Creative and Performing Arts. Instructors at Rozelle use the arts to teach academic subjects and develop individual skills.
Sherwood Elementary School 1156 Robin Hood, 38111 • 416- 4864 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/sherwoodelementary • The Academic Enrichment Through the Arts program provides a challenging curriculum with an emphasis through the arts. Students are required to read classic literature, books, solve problems, and develop writing skills. The program is further enriched by involvement from Arts Memphis, Brooks Museum of Art, and Dixon Gallery and Gardens.
Snowden School 1870 N. Parkway, 38112 • 416-4621 • Grades: 1-8 • scsk12.org/snowdenschool • Snowden’s Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program offers STEM courses while also stressing academics, arts integration, athletics, and social development.
*Springdale-Memphis Magnet Elementary School 880 N. Hollywood, 38108 • 416-4883 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/springdalememphismagnet • Exploratory learning provides a science-driven curriculum and an innovative learning environment with interactive trips, labs, and fairs.
Treadwell Elementary School 3538 Given, 38122 • 416-6130 • Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/treadwellelementary • The Dual Language Immersion program boasts a bilingual education and a culturally diverse environment. English-speaking students are paired with students who speak other native languages to be immersed in a one-of-a-kind foreign language educational experience.
*Vollentine Elementary School 1682 Vollintine, 38107 • 416-4632 • Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/vollentineelementary • Science Exploration: Scholars Tackling Academic Rigor Scientifically (STARS) program offers a technological learning environment that is geared towards science discovery.
Whitehaven Elementary School 4783 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116 • 416-7431 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/whitehavenelementary • The Enriched Academics program provides students academic instruction in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
Whitehaven High School 4851 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116 • 416-3000 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/whitehavenhigh • The College Preparatory/Business and Finance programs prepare students for college with a broad range of classes that include business/finance and advanced placement courses.
White Station High School 514 S. Perkins, 38117 • 416-8880 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/whitestationhigh • Ranked on Newsweek’s list of top high schools in America, White Station High School provides a College Preparatory program that prepares students for college readiness with classes in science, mathematics, medicine, law, education, business, computer science, and public/social service.
White Station Middle School 5465 Mason, 38120 • 416-2184 • Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/whitestationmiddle • The College Preparatory program offers an academically stimulating curriculum in a state-of-the-art facility with English, math, science, social studies, fine arts, and world languages courses.
William Herbert Brewster Elementary 2605 Sam Cooper, 38112 • 416-7150 • Grades 1-5 • scsk12.org/brewsterelementary • The Enriched Academics/M.A.S.T. program is designed to prepare students to excel by emphasizing enriched learning in math, art, science and technology. Smart boards, computer workstations, interactive science lab, visual arts room and interactive science lab.
Willow Oaks Elementary School 4417 Willow, 38117 • 416-2196 • Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/willowoakselementary • The Enriched Academics Through the Arts and Technology program prepares students for middle and high school with a curriculum that exceeds state performance standards in reading, math, science, social studies, computer technology, and the arts.
Wooddale High School 5151 Scottsdale, 38118 • 416-2440 • Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/wooddalehigh • College Preparatory and Aviation/Tourism programs are designed to train students in specialized fields that include aviation, robotics, and information technology. Students have the opportunity to work on or finish their Federal Aviation Administration’s private pilot certificates.
CHARTER SCHOOLS IN MEMPHIS AND SHELBY COUNTY
Charter schools are public schools that operate independently from their school districts. Each school follows its own mission while adhering to state-required education standards. Charters serve as an alternative to families seeking a public school education but in a smaller, academically enriched environment.
Arrow Academy of Excellence 645 Semmes, 38111 • 207-1891 • arrowacademyofexcellence.org • Grades: K-3
Aspire Public Schools Memphis 3210 Raleigh-Millington Rd., 38128 • 646-6516 • aspirepublicschools.org • Grades: PK-8
Aurora Collegiate Academy 4841 Summer Ave., 38122 • 249-4615 • auroracollegiate.org • Grades: K-5
Bluff City High School 4950 Fairley Rd., 38109 • tn.greendot.org/bchs • 730-8169 • Grades: 9-12
Circle of Success Learning Academy 867 South Parkway E., 38106 • 322-7978 • coslacharter.org • Grades: K-5
City University School - Boys Preparatory and Girls Preparatory 1475 East Shelby Dr., 38116 • 755-2219 • cityuniversityschool.org • Grades: 6-8 for boys & girls
City University School of Independence 1475 East Shelby Dr., 38116 • 775-2219 • cityuniversityschool.org/school-of-independence • Grades: 9-12
Compass Community Schools 61 N McLean Blvd, 38104 • 618-7422 • compassmemphis.org • Grades: K-12 • Six locations: Berclair (K-8) - 3880 Forrest Avenue, 38122; Binghampton (K-8) - 2540 Hale Road, 38112; Frayser (K-8) - 3690 Thomas Street, 38127; Hickory Hill (K-7) - 3572 Emerald Street, 38115; Midtown (7-12) - 61 N McLean Boulevard, 38104; Orange Mound (K-7) - 2718 Lamar Avenue, 38114
Cornerstone Prep-Lester Campus 320 Carpenter St., 38112 • 416-3640 • cornerstoneprepmemphis.org • Grades: K-5/Capstone Education Group, Achievement School District
Cornerstone Prep-Denver Elementary 1940 Frayser, 38127 • 416-3640 • cornerstoneprepmemphis.org • Grades: PK-5/Capstone Education Group, Achievement School District
Crosstown High School 1365 Tower Ave., 38104 • 401-5500 • crosstownhigh.org • Grades: 9-10 (first 9th-grade class started August 2018)
DuBois Consortium of Charter Schools 4443 Germantown Rd., 38125 • 509-6190 • duboiscsc.org • Grades: K-12
Fairley High 4950 Fairley Rd., 38109 • 730-8160 • tn.greendot.org/fairley • Achievement School District • Grades: 9-12
Freedom Preparatory Academy Elementary & Middle Westwood, 778 Parkrose Rd., 38109 • 881-1149 • freedomprep.org • Achievement School District • Grades: PK-5 & 6-8
Freedom Preparatory Academy High 5132 Jonetta St., 38109 • 259-5959 • freedomprep.org • Grades: 9-12
Gateway University 6165 Stage Rd., Bartlett, 38134 • 501-7940 • guschools.org • Grades: 9-12
Gestalt Community Schools 3175 Lenox Park Blvd. #410, 38115 • 213-5161 • gestaltcs.org • Various campuses • Grades: K-12
Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation 3824 Austin Peay, 38128 • 308-2051 • gtwacademy.com • Grades: K-8
Kaleidoscope School of Memphis 110 N. Court Ave., 38103 • 623-1888 • ksmemphis.org • Grade 6-8
KIPP: Memphis Collegiate Schools kippmemphis.org • 7 schools • Grades: K-12
Leadership Preparatory Charter School 4190 Elliston Rd., 38111 • 512-4495 • leadmemphis.org • Grades: K-8
Memphis Academy of Health Sciences High School 3925 Chelsea Ave. Ext., 38108 • 382-1441• mahsmiddleandhigh.org • Grades: 9-12
Memphis Academy of Health Sciences Middle School 3608 Hawkins Mill Rd., 38108 • 213-4123 • • mahsmiddleandhigh.org • Grades: 6-8
Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering 1254 Jefferson Ave., 38104 • 333-1580 • discovermase.org • Grades: 6-12
Memphis Business Academy Elementary School 2450 Frayser Blvd., 38127 • 353-1475 • mbacharterschools.org • Grades: K-5
Memphis Business Academy Middle & High School 3306 Overton Crossing, 38127 • 357-8680 • mbacharterschools.org • Grades: 6-12
Memphis College Prep Elementary School 278 Greenlaw Ave., 38105 • 620-6475 • memphiscollegeprep.org • Grades: K-5
Memphis Delta Prep 122 E. Mclemore, 38106 • 251-1010 • memphisdeltaprep.org • Grades: K-5
Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory 168 Jefferson St., 38103 • 474-0955 • grizzliesprep.org • Grades: 5-8
Memphis RISE Academy 5050 Poplar, Suite 1714, 38157 • 303-9590 • memphisrise.org • Grades: 6-12
Memphis School of Excellence 4450 S. Mendenhall, Suite #1, 38141 • 367-7814 • sememphis.org • Grades: 6-12
Memphis STEM Academy 2450 Frayser Blvd., 38127 • 353-1475 • memphisbusinessacademy.com/stem • K-4
Pathways in Education 3156 N. Thomas St., 38127 • 353-4999 • tn.pathwaysineducation.org • Grades: 9-12
Promise Academy 1346 Bryan St., 38108 • 324-4456 • hollywood.promiseacademy.com • Grades: K-5
Soulsville Charter School 1115 College St., 38106 • 261-6366 • soulsvillecharterschool.org • Grades: 6-12
Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School 2221 Democrat Rd., 38132 • 743-7335 • southernavecharterschools.org • Grades: K-5
STAR Academy 3260 James Rd., 38128 • 387-5050 • staracademycharter.org • Grades: K-6
Veritas College Preparatory Charter School 690 Mississippi Blvd., 38126 • 526-1900 • veritascollegeprep.org • Grades: 5-8
Vision Prep 360 Joubert, 38109 • 775-1018 • visionprep.org • Grades: K-5
PRIVATE INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS IN MEMPHIS AND THE REGION
A host of independent schools provide families with a range of educational choices. Special needs schools are here, too. (Note: Tuition and fees may adjust from time of printing.)
Bornblum Jewish Community School 6641 Humphreys Blvd., 38120 • 747-2665 • bornblum.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: K-8th • Tuition: $6,500-$9,500 (2017-2018) • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 108; 6:1 • Religious affiliation: Jewish • Before- and after-school care: yes
Briarcrest Christian Schools *76 S. Houston Levee, Eads, 38028 • 765-4600 • briarcrest.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 2 yrs.-12th • Tuition: $7,295 – 16,195 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: estimated 1,570 (*estimated); 11:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes *Additional locations: 6000 Briarcrest Avenue • 765-4600 • Grades: 2 yrs.-grade 5
Christ Methodist Day School 411 S. Grove Park, 38117 • 683-6873 • cmdsmemphis.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: 2K-6th • Tuition: $2,515-$13,350 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 525; 9:1 • Religious affiliation: Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Christ the King Lutheran School 5296 Park, 38119 • 682-8405 • ctkschool.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 18 mos.-8th • Tuition: $7,500 - $8,950 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 220; 15:1 • Religious affiliation: Christian • Special Ed classes: Strides, Discoveries, Horizons, Honors • Before- and after-school care: yes
Christian Brothers High School 5900 Walnut Grove, 38120 • 261-4900 • cbhs.org • Student body: male • Grades: 9th-12th • Tuition: $14,200 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 850; 14:1 • Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic • Before- and after-school care: no
Collegiate School of Memphis 3353 Faxon Ave., 38122 • 591-8200 • collegiatememphis.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: 6th-12th • Tuition: $10,000 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 360; 17:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: after only
Evangelical Christian School Main Campus *7600 Macon Rd., 38018 • 754-7217 • ecseagles.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: 6th-12th • Tuition: $6,000-$16,800 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 700; 6:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian *Additional Location: 1920 Forest Hill-Irene • 754-4420 • Grades: Little Eagles (age 2)-5th • Before- and after-school care: yes
Fayette Academy 15090 Hwy. 64, Somerville, 38068 • 465-3241 • fayetteacademy.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK3-12th • Tuition: $6,350-$7,700 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 600; 15:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
First Assembly Christian School 8650 Walnut Grove, Cordova, 38018 • 458-5543 • facsmemphis.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK3-12th •Tuition: $5,505-$10,796(resource-sparks/student services additional fee) • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 662; 10:1 • Religious affiliation: interdenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal School 246 S. Belvedere, 38104 • 278-0200 • gslschool.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 2-8th • Tuition: $5,120-17,950 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 515; 9:1 • Religious affiliation: Episcopal • Before- and after-school care: yes
Harding Academy 1100 Cherry Rd., 38117 • 767-4494 • hardinglions.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Sr. K-12th • Tuition: $10,995–$15,295 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 779; 9.5:1 • Religious affiliation: Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes • *Additional Locations: Little Harding, 8350 Macon Road, 38018 • 767-4494 • Grades: Age 18 mos.-Jr. K • Little Harding, 1106 Colonial, 38117 • 767-2093 • Grades: Age 18 mos.-Jr. K
Hutchison School 1740 Ridgeway, 38119 • 761-2220 • hutchisonschool.org • Student body: female • Grades: Age 2-12th grade • Tuition: $5,200-$22,292 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 872; early childhood, 7:1; lower school, middle school, upper school, 16:1 (2017-2018) • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Immanuel Lutheran School 6319 Raleigh LaGrange, 38134 • 388-0205 • ilsmemphis.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK3-8th • Tuition: $6,970-$7,430 • Enrollment: 175 • Religious affiliation: Lutheran • Before- and after-school care: check with school
Lamplighter Montessori School 8563 Fay Rd., 38018 • 901-751-2000 • lamplighterschool.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 18 mos.-8th • Tuition: $6,900-$15,400 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 115; 5:1/12:1 • Religious affiliation: nonsectarian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Lausanne Collegiate School 1381 W. Massey, 38120 • 474-1000 • lausanneschool.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK-12th • Tuition: $14,115-$22,470 (2018-2019) • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 860; 8:1 • Religious affiliation: nonsectarian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Macon Road Baptist School *11015 Hwy. 64, Arlington, 38002 • 290-5555 • maconroadbaptist.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: K3-12th • Tuition: $5,925-$7,750 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 500 for all locations, 10:1 • Religious affiliation: Baptist • Before- and after-school care: yes *Additional Locations: 9182 Highway 64, Lakeland, 38002 • 937-0766 • Grades: K3, K4, K5 • 3540 Tomlin Road, Oakland, 38060 • 465-3329 • Grades: Grades: K3, K4, K5
Margolin Hebrew Academy-Feinstone Yeshiva of the South 390 S. White Station, 38117 • 682-2400 • mhafyos.org • Grades: PK-12th/co-ed (PK3-8th), female (9th-12th), male (9th-12th) • Tuition: $7,376-$19,553 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 160; 4:1 • Religious affiliation: Jewish • Before- and after-school care: after only
Maria Montessori School 740 Harbor Bend Rd., 38103 • 527-3444 • mariamontessorischool.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 18 mos.-8th • Tuition: $8,000-$10,000 • Enrollment: 121 • Religious affiliation: none • Before- and after-school care: no
Marshall Academy 100 Academy Dr., Holly Springs, MS, 38635 • (662) 252-3449 • marshallacademy.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: K3-12th + Pre-school Daycare • Tuition: $5,086 -$6,992 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 265, 10:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: after only
Memphis Junior Academy 50 N. Mendenhall, 38117 • 683-1061 • memphisjunioracademy.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK-10th • Tuition: $598-$816/month • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 63, 15:1 • Religious affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist • Before- and after-school care:yes
Memphis University School 6191 Park, 38119 • 260-1300 • musowls.org • Student body: male • Grades: 7th-12th • Tuition: $21,590 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 650; 8:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational • Before- and after-school care: after only
New Hope Christian Academy 3000 University St., 38127 • 358-3183 • newhopememphis.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 3 years-6th • Tuition: sliding scale based on income • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 426; 16:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: after only, K-6th
Northpoint Christian School 7400 Getwell Rd., Southaven, MS, 38672 • 662-349-3096 • ncsrojans.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK3-12th • Tuition: $6,675-$9,925 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 960; 15:1 • Religious affiliation: Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Presbyterian Day School 4025 Poplar, 38111 • 842-4600 • pdsmemphis.org • Student body: male • Grades: Age 2 years-6th • Tuition: $5,400-$20,490 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 550; 9:1 • Religious affiliation: Presbyterian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Rossville Christian Academy 280 High St., Rossville, 38066 • 853-0200 • rossvillechristian.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: K4-12th • Tuition: $4,700-$7,400 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 275; 12:1 • Religious affiliation: Interdenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: no
St. Agnes Academy/St. Dominic School 4830 Walnut Grove, 38117 • 767-1356 • saa-sds.org • Student body: St. Agnes, female; St. Dominic, male • Grades: 2K-12th (girls), 2K-8th (boys) • Tuition: $4,510-$18,475 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 775 (combined; 2018-2019); 10:1 • Religious affiliation: Catholic • Before- and after-school care: yes
St. Benedict at Auburndale High School 8250 Varnavas at Germantown Pkwy., Cordova, 38016 • 260-2840 • sbaeagles.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: 9th-12th • Tuition: $12,000-$12,600 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 654; 16:1 • Religious affiliation: Catholic • Before- and after-school care: no
St. George’s Independent School Collierville Campus, 1880 Wolf River Blvd., Collierville 38017 • 457-2000 • sgis.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK-5th Germantown & Memphis locations • Grades: 6-12 at Collierville • Tuition: $9,305-$22,150 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 1115 (all locations); 9:1 • Religious affiliation: Episcopal • Before- and after-school care: yes (PK-8th) *Additional Locations: Germantown Campus, 8250 Poplar, 38138 • 261-2300 • Grades: PK-5th; Memphis Campus, 3749 Kimball Avenue, 38111 • 261-3920 • Grades: PK-5th
St. Mary’s Episcopal School 60 Perkins Extd., 38117 • 537-1405 • stmarysschool.org • Student body: female • Grades: Age 2 yrs.-12th • Tuition: $3,370-$22,600 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 822; 8:1 • Religious affiliation: Episcopal • Before- and after-school care: after only
Tipton-Rosemark Academy 8696 Rosemark, Millington, 38053 • 829-6536 • tiptonrosemarkacademy.net • Student body: co-ed • Grades: K2-12th • Tuition: $5,327-$9,386 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 525; 18:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
Trinity Christian Academy 10 Windy City Rd., Jackson, TN, 38305 • 731-668-8500 • tcalions.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 6 weeks-12th • Tuition: $5,725-$9,995 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 650; 9:1 • Religious affiliation: Christian, Interdenominational • Before- and after-school care: yes (including holidays)
University School of Jackson 232 McClellan Rd., Jackson, TN, 38305 • 731-664-0812 • usjbruins.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 6 wks.-12th • Tuition: $4,180-$11,140 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 1,030; 13:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational • Before- and after-school care: after-school care and summer daycare
Westminster Academy 2520 Ridgeway Rd., 38119 • 380-9192 • wamemphis.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: JK-12th • Tuition: $7,165-$13,505 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 381; 5:1 • Religious affiliation: Classical Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes
West Memphis Christian School *1600 N. Missouri St., West Memphis, AR, 72301• Elementary Campus • 870-735-0642 • wmcs.com • Student body: co-ed • Grades: K-12 • Tuition: $5,600-$7,300 (2018-2019) • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 185, 9:1 • Religious affiliation: Christian • Before- and after-school care: yes *Additional Location: Middle School and High School, 1101 N. Missouri Street • 870-400-4000 • Grades: 4th-12th
Woodland Presbyterian School 5217 Park, 38119 • 685-0976 • woodlandschool.org • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 2 years-8th • Tuition: $3,680-$14,340 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 340; 7:1 • Religious affiliation: Presbyterian • Before- and after-school care: yes
SCHOOLS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
Schools for children with a variety of learning challenges.
Bodine School 2432 Yester Oaks Dr., Germantown, 38139 • 754-1800 • bodineschool.org • Serves students with dyslexia and dyslexia-related reading differences. • Grades: 1st-6th • Tuition: check with office; financial aid available • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 91; 10:1 • Religious affiliation: none • Before- and after-school care: yes
Concord Academy 4942 Walnut Grove, 38117 • 682-3115 • concord-academy.org • Serves students with learning and social disabilities • Grades: 6th-12th • Tuition: $12,339-$12,922 • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 65; 7:1 • Religious affiliation: nondenominational • Before- and after-school care: yes
Harwood Center *Business office: 711 Jefferson Ave., 38105 • 584-8281 • harwoodcenter.org • Provides support and education for young children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities. Provides ABA Services ($50-$90/hour - offers insurance). • Ages 18 mos.-6 years • Tuition: $380-$940/month • Student-faculty ratio: 1:3 (education department); 1:1 (ABA department) *Locations: 8500 Walnut Grove, 38018 • 680 Hanley St., 38114 • 3796 Frayser-Raleigh Rd., 38128
Madonna Learning Center 7007 Poplar, Germantown, 38138 • 752-5767 • madonna-learning.org • Individualized educational services for special needs children and adults. Students represent all disabilities, including Down syndrome, developmental and learning disabilities, sensory processing disorders, and other learning challenges. Ages: 4-30 • Grades: flexible levels, ungraded classrooms • Tuition: $13,800, financial aid available • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 74; 3:1 • Religious affiliation: none • Before- and after-school care: yes
Memphis Oral School for the Deaf 7901 Poplar, Germantown, 38138 • 758-2228 • mosdkids.org • At Memphis Oral School, deaf children are listening and talking. Small 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. Through “Sound Beginnings,” parents with children under 2 learn how to assist their child at home. Ages: 6 weeks-6 years
Phoenix School for Creative Learning 2404 Arthur Rd., Germantown, 38138 • 757-4360 • thephoenixschool.net • Offers individualized, arts-based learning for students with average or above-average I.Q. who have ADD/ADHD, high-functioning autism, or other learning disabilities. Social skills therapy is part of the program. • Grades: 1st-12th • Tuition: $10,900 • Financial aid: limited • Enrollment: 28 • Religious affiliation: none • Accredited by the TN State Department of Education • Before- and after-school care: check with school
Shady Oaks School 2000 N. Germantown Pkwy., Cordova, 38016 • 737-3355 • shadyoaksmemphis.com • Offers special, individualized instruction for students with ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning disabilities. Classes are held in a positive environment with individualized reading, math, and phonics designed to build self-confidence and prepare students for traditional classroom learning. Well-rounded curriculum including Spanish, & music • Grades: ages 7-14 (ungraded classrooms) • Tuition: $9,500 • Financial aid: limited • Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian
St. Francis of Assisi PLUS Program 2100 Germantown Pkwy., Cordova, 38016 • 388-7321• sfawolves.org • Designed to help children in grades 2-8 with diagnosed learning differences such as ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, Aspergers, and processing disorders. Trained faculty and staff provide differentiated instruction in a small classroom setting.
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF MEMPHIS
Catholic Diocese of Memphis
373-1219 • cdom.org
Christian Brothers High School 5900 Walnut Grove, 38120 • 261-4900 • cbhs.org • Student body: male • Grades: 9th-12th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 850; 14:1 • Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic • Before- and after-school care: no
Holy Rosary School 4841 Park, 38117 • 685-1231 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK2-8th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 450, 13:1 • Before- and after-school care: yes
Immaculate Conception Cathedral School 1669 Central Avenue, 38104 • 725-2710 • Grades: PK-12th; lower/middle school (PK-8th); 1725 Central Avenue • 725-2705 • Grades: upper school (9th-12th) • Student body: lower, co-ed; upper, female
Incarnation School 360 Bray Station Rd., Collierville, 38017 • 853-7804 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK-8th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 130; 12:1 • Before- and after-school care: yes
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School 8151 Poplar, Germantown, 38138 • 753-1181 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK-8th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 215, 1:11 • Before- and after-school care: yes
St. Agnes Academy/St. Dominic School 4830 Walnut Grove, 38117 • 767-1356 • Student body: St. Agnes, female; St. Dominic, male • Grades: 2K-12th (girls), 2K-8th (boys) • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 775 (combined); 10:1 • Before- and after-school care: yes
St. Ann School - Bartlett, 6529 Stage Rd., 38134 • 386-3328 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK-8th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 200+, 18:1 • Before- and after-school care: yes
St. Benedict at Auburndale High School 8250 Varnavas at Germantown Pkwy., Cordova, 38016 • 260-2840 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: 9th-12th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 654; 16:1 • Before- and after-school care: no
St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School 2100 Germantown Pkwy., Cordova, 38016 • 388-7321 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: Age 2-8th • Enrollment/student-faculty ratio: 525; 14:1 • Before- and after-school care: yes
St. Louis School 5192 Shady Grove Rd., 38117 • 255-1900 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK3-8th • Enrollment: 540
St. Paul School 1425 E. Shelby Dr., 38116 • 346-0862 • Student body: co-ed • Grades: PK3-8th • Enrollment: 275