HIGHLAND OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Highland Oaks Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 909 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 51 teachers, Highland Oaks Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Highland Oaks Elementary School, located at 5252 Annandale Rd in Memphis, Tennessee, is a public school operating under the Shelby County Schools (SCS) district. The school serves a diverse student population in the Hickory Hill area, aiming to provide a foundational educational experience that emphasizes academic growth and student development. As part of the largest school district in Tennessee, Highland Oaks adheres to the district’s broader mission of preparing students for success in college, career, and life by leveraging a standardized curriculum and various community-supported resources.

The school is focused on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages both intellectual and social-emotional growth. Through its alignment with the Shelby County Schools system, Highland Oaks benefits from district-wide initiatives, including professional development for teachers and access to various educational technologies designed to meet state academic standards. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school programs, academic performance, and district policies through the official Shelby County Schools website at http://www.scsk12.org.

For more information, contact Highland Oaks Elementary at (901) 756-2343 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.