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.
1,384
Total Students
82.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Snowden Elementary/Middle
Demographic Student Count
White122
Hispanic144
Black1,016
Asian16
Two or More82
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    1,016 (73.4%)
  • Hispanic
    144 (10.4%)
  • White
    122 (8.8%)
  • Two or More
    82 (5.9%)
  • Asian
    16 (1.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: 1,384
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 82.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 99
Grade 1 123
Grade 2 122
Grade 3 141
Grade 4 133
Grade 5 121
Grade 6 237
Grade 7 195
Grade 8 193

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Snowden Elementary/Middle
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten99
Grade 1123
Grade 2122
Grade 3141
Grade 4133
Grade 5121
Grade 6237
Grade 7195
Grade 8193
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Snowden Elementary/Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female71251.4%
Male67248.6%
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