DUBOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL OF ARTS TECHNOLOGY

DuBois Middle School of Arts Technology is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 158 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade 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 8 teachers, DuBois Middle School of Arts Technology has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 Middle School of Arts and Technology, located on Brownlee Road in Memphis, Tennessee, is part of the distinct network of schools often associated with the Gestalt Community Schools organization. The school is designed to provide a specialized educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a focus on creative expression and technical proficiency. By integrating arts and technology into the core curriculum, the school aims to foster critical thinking, digital literacy, and artistic development, preparing students for the demands of a modern, increasingly digitized workforce.

Beyond its academic focus, DuBois Middle School operates with a mission to cultivate a supportive school culture that emphasizes character development and community involvement. The school typically utilizes a structured, high-expectations approach intended to close achievement gaps and ensure that middle school students are well-prepared for the transition to high school. By providing students with hands-on learning experiences and creative outlets, the school strives to keep students engaged and motivated while navigating the foundational years of their secondary education.

For more information, contact DuBois Middle School of Arts Technology at (901) 801-6171 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.