CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cherokee 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 520 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 35 teachers, Cherokee Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Cherokee Elementary School, located at 3061 Kimball Ave in Memphis, Tennessee, serves the local community as part of the Shelby County Schools district. The school provides foundational academic instruction for students in the Memphis area, focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards and student development.

The school’s online presence functions as a central hub for parents and guardians to stay informed about academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and administrative announcements. By maintaining accessible communication channels, Cherokee Elementary aims to bridge the gap between home and classroom, encouraging community involvement and academic accountability to ensure its students are prepared for their future educational transitions.

For more information, contact Cherokee Elementary at (901) 416-5028 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.