NORTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Northaven 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 314 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 22 teachers, Northaven 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.

Northaven Elementary, located at 5157 N. Circle Rd in Memphis, Tennessee, is a public school operating under the jurisdiction of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. Serving the local community in the 38127 zip code, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education to elementary-aged students. As part of the largest school district in Tennessee, Northaven Elementary focuses on aligning its curriculum with state academic standards to support student growth, literacy, and core subject proficiency.

The school functions as a community hub, emphasizing the importance of early childhood development and fostering a learning environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school. Parents and community members can stay informed about school-specific programs, district policies, and academic calendars through the official Memphis-Shelby County Schools website at http://www.scsk12.org. Through its partnership with the broader district, Northaven aims to provide equitable educational opportunities and essential resources to its student body.

For more information, contact Northaven Elementary at (901) 353-8580 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.