School Overview
Snowden Elementary/Middle School, located in the historic Midtown area of Memphis at 1870 N Parkway, is a distinctive school within the Memphis-Shelby County Schools district. It serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade, offering a comprehensive educational environment that bridges the gap between early childhood development and high school preparation. Known for its strong sense of community, the school is situated in a vibrant neighborhood, often attracting families who value its long-standing presence and central location near Overton Park.

Academically, Snowden is recognized for providing a diverse learning experience that emphasizes core subjects while fostering a supportive atmosphere for students transitioning from elementary to middle school years. As a K-8 institution, it allows for a unique continuity in education, enabling teachers and staff to build multi-year relationships with students and their families. The school remains a focal point for the surrounding community, reflecting the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of Midtown Memphis and striving to provide balanced academic and extracurricular opportunities for its student body.
1,373
Total Students
82.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Snowden Elementary/Middle
Demographic Student Count
White185
Hispanic126
Black966
Asian19
Two or More74
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    966 (70.4 %)
  • White
    185 (13.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    126 (9.2 %)
  • Two or More
    74 (5.4 %)
  • Asian
    19 (1.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Phone: (901)416-4621
Website: http://schools.scsk12.org/snowden-k8
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 1,373
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 114
Grade 1 120
Grade 2 129
Grade 3 114
Grade 4 133
Grade 5 136
Grade 6 210
Grade 7 192
Grade 8 205

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Snowden Elementary/Middle
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten114
Grade 1120
Grade 2129
Grade 3114
Grade 4133
Grade 5136
Grade 6210
Grade 7192
Grade 8205
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Snowden Elementary/Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female71051.7%
Male66348.3%
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