SOULSVILLE CHARTER SCHOOL

Soulsville Charter School 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 648 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 56 teachers, Soulsville Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Soulsville Charter School, located in the historic Soulsville neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, is a tuition-free, college-preparatory institution that serves students in grades 6–12. Rooted in the rich musical legacy of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, the school distinguishes itself by blending rigorous academics with a deep focus on character development and the arts. Its mission is centered on equipping students with the tools necessary for success in college and beyond, emphasizing personal responsibility, academic excellence, and community engagement within an urban educational environment.

The school is widely recognized for its high academic standards and its commitment to the "Stax spirit," which encourages students to develop their voices as future leaders. By maintaining a structured, supportive culture, Soulsville Charter School aims to close the achievement gap for students in the Memphis community. Through a combination of small class sizes, intensive college counseling, and a commitment to nurturing the "whole child," the school consistently prepares its graduates to matriculate into and persist through post-secondary education, ensuring they remain connected to their cultural heritage while pursuing their professional aspirations.

For more information, contact Soulsville Charter School at (901) 261-6366 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.