Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Memphis High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memphis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Memphis High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Memphis High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3316 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
34%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis High School's ranking?
Memphis High School is ranked #3316 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memphis High School?
The graduation rate of Memphis High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Memphis High School?
141 students attend Memphis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Memphis High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memphis High School?
Memphis High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memphis High School offer ?
Memphis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memphis High School part of?
Memphis High School is part of Memphis ISD School District.
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