Memphis-Shelby County Schools

\Memphis-Shelby County Schools\ is a major, urban school district in Memphis, TN, aiming to close the achievement gap and prepare all students for success in learning, leadership, and life. Their ambitious mission includes ensuring that by 2025, 80% of students will be college & career ready, 90% will graduate high school, and 100% will enroll in post-secondary education. With 84% of students considered economically disadvantaged, the district is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. Despite significant challenges, Memphis-Shelby County Schools has made substantial progress, achieving level 5 growth status—the highest in TN—for the past three years. Math proficiency scores have doubled district-wide in the last three years, and former bottom 5% I-Zone schools are now progressing towards the top 25% within five years. The district focuses on implementing progressive strategies and practices to promote student achievement, prioritizing effective teachers in every classroom and leadership committed to excellence at every school. As an Education startup founded in 1867, Memphis-Shelby County Schools presents an opportunity for investors to support an institution at the forefront of addressing educational challenges and fostering student success in a major urban area.