Serving 699 students in grades 9-12, Kirby 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 2% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirby High School serves the southeast part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirby High School's student population of 699 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 11-year historical data
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
Kirby 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 Kirby High School is 0.37, 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
#1651 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. View full 11-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
77%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
1%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Graduation Rate
77%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kirby High School's ranking?
Kirby High School is ranked #1651 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kirby High School?
The graduation rate of Kirby High School is 77%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Kirby High School?
699 students attend Kirby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kirby High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Kirby High School offer ?
Kirby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirby High School part of?
Kirby High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Kirby High School located?
Kirby High School is located in the Autumn Ridge neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Autumn Ridge.
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