Fairley High School serves 463 students in grades 9-12.
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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairley High School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fairley High School is 0.13, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
93%
20%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fairley High School?
463 students attend Fairley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fairley High School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Fairley High School offer ?
Fairley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Fairley High School part of?
Fairley High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
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