CITY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS

City University School Of Liberal Arts is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 273 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 10 teachers, City University School Of Liberal Arts has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

The City University School Of Liberal Arts (CUSLA) is a public charter school located in Memphis, Tennessee, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the City University Schools network, the institution is grounded in a college-preparatory mission, aiming to equip students from the Memphis community with the academic foundation and critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in higher education and professional careers. The school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum that balances core liberal arts subjects with a strong focus on character development and student accountability.

Operating within a framework that prioritizes small class sizes and personalized instruction, CUSLA fosters a supportive environment designed to close achievement gaps. The school’s culture is defined by high expectations, where students are encouraged to engage deeply with humanities, sciences, and the arts. By integrating a "college-bound" ethos into the daily academic experience, the City University School Of Liberal Arts seeks to prepare its graduates not only to be successful scholars but also to be well-rounded, responsible citizens capable of contributing meaningfully to their community.

For more information, contact City University School Of Liberal Arts at (901) 775-2219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.