GRANVILLE T. WOODS ACADEMY OF INNOVATION CHARTER SCHOOL

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School 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 468 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 19 teachers, Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation is a public charter school located in Memphis, Tennessee, serving students in grades K–8. Named after the prolific African American inventor Granville T. Woods, the school is deeply committed to integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into its core curriculum. The academy emphasizes a rigorous academic environment paired with a project-based learning approach, aiming to cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills in its students to better prepare them for future academic and professional success.

Beyond its technical focus, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and community engagement. By fostering a culture of innovation and resilience, the academy seeks to provide a supportive educational experience that bridges the opportunity gap for its students. Through its unique mission to honor the legacy of its namesake, Granville T. Woods Academy strives to empower young learners to become the next generation of innovators and leaders within their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School at (901) 800-1209 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.