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Newberry Elementary School

5540 NEWBERRY AVE MEMPHIS TN 38115

About Newberry Elementary School

Newberry Elementary School not only provides but also encourages learning and development as a shining star in the core of Memphis, Tennessee. The school stands as a dynamic elementary school in Tennessee with its hospitable environment and strong commitment to academic excellence. The school achieves ranking #37 among Memphis-Shelby County Schools Elementary Schools, and it has the privilege of serving 403 pupils with an impressive 14:1 student-teacher ratio, which guarantees personalized learning. Steady academic progress is reflected in the past year's performance; a good number of students reached proficiency in both math and reading. With a healthy majority of students being from minority groups, the school’s 99% minority enrollment promotes diversity and inclusion, which is further supported by the gender ratio of 51% females and 49% males among 28 full-time teachers and one counselor. Newberry's commitment to developing young leaders is illustrated by its STEM Innovator Award winner, Erica James, and youth mentor Darius Lee, who are among many. Offering a friendly neighborhood with an average house price of $165,000 and monthly rent starting from $900, Newberry Elementary is a reliable option for families looking for a loving, great education.

Newberry Elementary School Contact Information

Address

5540 NEWBERRY AVE MEMPHIS TN 38115

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Phone

(901) 416-2518

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 17%
Reading 17%
State average proficiency is 17% in Math and 17% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
378
Total Students
$58368
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 179 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Newberry Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:15 AM - 4:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 1%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 20.3%
Black 76.4%
Two+ Races 2%
Native Am. 0%
White
1%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
20.3%
Black
76.4%
Two+ Races
2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 378
50.6%
191 Female
49.4%
187 Male

Student Population

378 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

388 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Newberry Elementary's fantastic garden earned them second place in the Beautify Your School Contest.

FAQ

Q1. What is the early education focus of Newberry Elementary School?

Ans. In the primary grades, Newberry Elementary places a strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning.

Q2. Is there a sports program at Newberry Elementary School?

Ans. Intramural sports, fitness clubs, and seasonal athletic events are all open to students.

Q3. In what ways does Newberry Elementary engage parents in the educational process?

Ans. The school hosts workshops, parent-teacher conferences, and volunteer opportunities in the classroom.

Q4. What unique programs are available at Newberry Elementary?

Ans. To enhance students' education, programs include clubs in science, computer science, music, and art.

Q5. How is student behavior handled at Newberry Elementary?

Ans. Clear rules, positive behavior support systems, and achievement recognition are all implemented at the school.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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