SHEFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sheffield 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 611 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 48 teachers, Sheffield Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Sheffield Elementary School is a public school located in the 38118 zip code of Memphis, Tennessee, and operates under the jurisdiction of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. As part of the largest school district in Tennessee, the school serves a diverse student population in the Sheffield neighborhood. Its mission aligns with the broader district goals of providing equitable educational opportunities and fostering academic growth through a structured curriculum and supportive learning environment.

The school functions as a foundational academic institution for the local community, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. By utilizing the resources and administrative framework provided by the Memphis-Shelby County Schools system, Sheffield Elementary aims to prepare its students for middle school success while encouraging personal development and community engagement. For families seeking specific details regarding school policies, calendars, or registration, the district’s official website serves as the primary portal for information.

For more information, contact Sheffield Elementary at (901) 416-2360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4290 Chuck Ave
Memphis, TN 38118-4005
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SHEFFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Memphis, TN with about 611 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
611
Teachers:
48.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 611 students

Black or African American
62.7%
Hispanic/Latino
34.9%
Two or more races
1.3%
White
0.8%
Asian
0.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.