Memphis STEM Academy

Charter School 276 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Memphis STEM Academy, located on Frayser Boulevard in Memphis, Tennessee, is an educational institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence through a specialized focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The school is designed to equip students with the critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy. By integrating hands-on learning experiences and project-based curricula, the academy aims to bridge the achievement gap and prepare its diverse student body for rigorous high school programs and future careers in technical fields.

Beyond its core STEM curriculum, Memphis STEM Academy prioritizes a supportive and structured learning environment that encourages innovation and curiosity. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and personal development, striving to empower students to become leaders who can contribute positively to their local neighborhoods and beyond. By combining modern educational strategies with a focus on collaborative discovery, the academy works to cultivate a lifelong passion for learning and achievement among its students in the Frayser community.
276
Total Students
16.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Memphis STEM Academy
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic46
Black229
Two or More1
  • Black
    229 (83.0%)
  • Hispanic
    46 (16.7%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Phone: (901)708-3001
Website: http://memphisbusinessacademy.com/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 276
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.5
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 36
Kindergarten 45
Grade 1 43
Grade 2 43
Grade 3 38
Grade 4 36
Grade 5 35

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Memphis STEM Academy
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten36
Kindergarten45
Grade 143
Grade 243
Grade 338
Grade 436
Grade 535
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Memphis STEM Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13950.4%
Male13749.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)