BARRET'S CHAPEL ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL

Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Arlington, TN with about 569 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 39 teachers, Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle 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.

Barret’s Chapel Elementary/Middle School, located in Arlington, Tennessee, is a public school operating within the Shelby County Schools (SCS) district. Serving a diverse student body that spans from elementary through middle school grades, the institution is situated in a semi-rural area that provides a quiet, community-focused learning environment. As part of a large metropolitan school district, the school adheres to the academic standards and initiatives set forth by Shelby County Schools, aiming to provide a structured curriculum that prepares students for the transition to high school.

The school is characterized by its small-town setting, which fosters a close-knit atmosphere between faculty, students, and local families. Like many schools in the SCS system, Barret’s Chapel focuses on foundational literacy and mathematics while integrating digital resources to support modern learning objectives. Parents and stakeholders looking for specific details regarding current performance metrics, extracurricular activities, or enrollment procedures can find comprehensive information through the official Shelby County Schools website, which serves as the primary hub for administrative updates and educational resources.

For more information, contact Barret's Chapel Elementary/Middle at (901) 873-8160 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.