ROBERT R. CHURCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Robert R. Church 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 749 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 43 teachers, Robert R. Church 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.

Robert R. Church Elementary is a public school located in the Whitehaven community of Memphis, Tennessee, and is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. Serving students in the primary grade levels, the school is named in honor of Robert Reed Church Sr., a prominent historical figure known as the South’s first African American millionaire and a significant leader in the development of Memphis’s Black business community. The school’s mission is centered on providing a foundational education that prepares students for academic success while fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.

As a member of the MSCS district, the school adheres to the district’s broader educational standards, focusing on core curriculum areas such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school aims to create a culture of achievement and community involvement, encouraging parental participation and utilizing district resources to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For families seeking detailed information on enrollment, academic programs, extracurricular activities, or current school news, the official Memphis-Shelby County Schools website remains the primary resource for updates and administrative documentation.

For more information, contact Robert R. Church Elementary at (901) 416-0198 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.