Craigmont High School is a public high school located in Memphis, Tennessee, in the Raleigh community. It was part of the Memphis City Schools district before consolidation with the Shelby County Schools district, beginning with the 2013-14 school year. It is home to the city's only International Studies Program.
Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, Craigmont High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Craigmont High School serves the northern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Craigmont High School's student population of 968 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
968 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Craigmont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Craigmont High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1526 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
84%
20%
White
2%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Chief
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Craigmont High School's ranking?
Craigmont High School is ranked #1526 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Craigmont High School often compared to?
Craigmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Station High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Craigmont High School?
The graduation rate of Craigmont High School is 83%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Craigmont High School?
968 students attend Craigmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Craigmont High School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Craigmont High School offer ?
Craigmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Craigmont High School part of?
Craigmont High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Craigmont High School located?
Craigmont High School is located in the Raleigh neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Raleigh.
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