Serving 369 students in grades 9-12, Manassas 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 4% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manassas High School serves the western part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manassas High School's student population of 369 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Manassas 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 Manassas 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1663 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
93%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manassas High School's ranking?
Manassas High School is ranked #1663 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Manassas High School often compared to?
Manassas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose High School, Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manassas High School?
The graduation rate of Manassas High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Manassas High School?
369 students attend Manassas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Manassas High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Manassas High School offer ?
Manassas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manassas High School part of?
Manassas High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Manassas High School located?
Manassas 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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