Serving 573 students in grades 9-12, East 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East High School's student population of 573 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#558 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
70%
21%
White
15%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East High School's ranking?
East High School is ranked #558 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East High School often compared to?
East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairley High School, Middle College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East High School?
The graduation rate of East High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend East High School?
573 students attend East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East High School?
East High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East High School offer ?
East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East High School part of?
East High School is part of Shelby County School District.
In what neighborhood is East High School located?
East High School is located in the Binghampton neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Binghampton.
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