Are more Memphis school closures on the horizon? The state takeover could mean yes.

The state takeover of Memphis-Shelby County Schools may lead to more school closures, mirroring actions in Houston and Fort Worth where state oversight prompted closures due to declining enrollment and aging facilities. Memphis schools have seen a 10,000-student enrollment drop over a decade, with plans to close up to 10 schools in the next two years amid financial and resource challenges.