St. Dominic School for Boys

🌟 Key Highlights: St. Dominic School for Boys

St. Dominic School for Boys (SDS) is a private, all-male Catholic independent school in Memphis, Tennessee. It is committed to an academically rigorous, Christ-centered education designed to nurture the unique learning styles of young men, fostering intellectual curiosity, spiritual maturity, and lifelong brotherhood.

🏫 Overview

• Type: Private / Parochial Catholic School (Diocese of Memphis) / Single-Gender (All Boys)

• Location: Memphis, Tennessee (East Memphis, part of the SAA-SDS community)

• Grades Served: Preschool (PK2) – 8th Grade

• Enrollment: Approximately 205–220 students (Boys only)

• Core Mission: Dedicated to the formation of young men who are intellectually curious, emotionally resilient, and spiritually mature while developing life-long bonds of brotherhood in a Catholic setting.

• Accreditation/Affiliation: NCEA (National Catholic Educational Association), NAIS (National Association of Independent Schools), International Boys’ School Coalition (IBSC).

• Distinction: Shares a campus with St. Agnes Academy (all girls, PK2-12), offering single-sex education (K–6) with opportunities for coordinated co-educational learning in the Junior High (7th and 8th grades).

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

SDS is defined by its focus on single-gender education and its tailored pedagogy for boys:

• Single-Gender Learning: The curriculum and teaching approaches are specifically designed around how boys learn best, incorporating movement, healthy academic risk-taking, relational experiences, and direct, clear feedback (especially in the core K–6 years).

• Catholic & Dominican Tradition: Rooted in the Dominican pillars (Prayer, Study, Community, Service), students receive daily religious instruction, attend weekly Mass, and participate in service projects to develop empathy and ethical behavior.

• Integrated Community: While single-gender in core classes, sharing a campus with St. Agnes Academy allows for social opportunities and coordinated learning in the Junior High (7th and 8th grades), providing the advantages of both single-sex focus and co-ed interaction.

• Focus on Character: The school emphasizes the development of “Gentlemen and Scholars,” prioritizing empathy, responsibility, and the formation of young men of integrity.

• College Preparatory Foundation: Graduates are fully prepared for the demands of high school and are consistently recognized as leaders, often advancing to top high schools in the Memphis area.

• Small Class Sizes: Maintains a low student-to-teacher ratio to ensure differentiated instruction and a close-knit environment where students are encouraged to lead and achieve their full potential.

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