Serving 499 students in grades 9-12, Crosstown High School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crosstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Crosstown High School's student population of 499 students has grown by 234% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 500% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Crosstown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crosstown High School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#787 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
53%
21%
White
31%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crosstown High School's ranking?
Crosstown High School is ranked #787 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crosstown High School?
The graduation rate of Crosstown High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Crosstown High School?
499 students attend Crosstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Crosstown High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crosstown High School?
Crosstown High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crosstown High School offer ?
Crosstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crosstown High School part of?
Crosstown High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Crosstown High School located?
Crosstown High School is located in the North Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 9 other public schools located in North Memphis.
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