MEMPHIS SCHOLARS CALDWELL-GUTHRIE

Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Achievement School District school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 563 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie has a student/teacher ratio of about 31:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie is a public charter school located in the historic Klondike neighborhood of North Memphis. Part of the Memphis Scholars network, the school focuses on providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to students in the surrounding community. Their educational model emphasizes high academic standards, structured classroom environments, and the cultivation of strong character development to ensure students are prepared for success in middle school, high school, and beyond.

The school is deeply committed to the belief that demographics do not determine destiny, aiming to close the achievement gap through intensive instruction and a focus on core subjects like literacy and mathematics. By fostering a culture of high expectations and community engagement, Caldwell-Guthrie strives to serve as a cornerstone of educational opportunity in Memphis. The school environment is designed to be supportive and goal-oriented, encouraging students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens who are ready to excel in a competitive global landscape.

For more information, contact Memphis Scholars Caldwell-Guthrie at (901) 219-5648 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.