WILLOW OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Willow 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 699 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 47 teachers, Willow Oaks 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.

Willow Oaks Elementary is a public school located in the East Memphis area, operating under the jurisdiction of the Shelby County Schools (Memphis-Shelby County Schools) district. Serving students in the surrounding neighborhoods, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience rooted in the district’s broader mission to prepare students for college and career success. As part of a large urban school system, the campus focuses on delivering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

The school functions as a community hub for local families, prioritizing student development through both classroom instruction and extracurricular engagement. By utilizing resources provided by the Memphis-Shelby County school board, Willow Oaks works to foster a supportive learning environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student body. Parents and community members typically rely on the district’s official website for information regarding school calendars, enrollment procedures, academic policies, and specific updates related to the Willow Oaks campus.

For more information, contact Willow Oaks Elementary at (901) 416-2196 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.