DUBOIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP

DuBois Elementary School of Entrepreneurship is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 308 students offering grade levels from 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 13 teachers, DuBois Elementary School of Entrepreneurship has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

DuBois Elementary School of Entrepreneurship, located in the Orange Mound neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, is a specialized educational institution operating within the IZone (Innovation Zone) of the Memphis-Shelby County School district. The school is distinct for its mission to integrate business-minded principles and entrepreneurial skills into a traditional elementary curriculum. By fostering an environment that emphasizes innovation, financial literacy, and critical thinking, the school aims to equip young students with the foundational tools necessary to become problem-solvers and future leaders within their community.

Beyond its academic focus, the school serves as a central hub for the historic Orange Mound area. It places a significant emphasis on community engagement and character development, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and their neighborhood’s future. Through its specialized programming, DuBois Elementary strives to bridge the gap between early childhood education and real-world application, providing a structured yet forward-thinking environment designed to empower students to think creatively and act purposefully in an ever-evolving economy.

For more information, contact DuBois Elementary School of Entrepreneurship at (901) 509-6190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.