Melrose High School is a public high school located in Memphis, Tennessee, in the Orange Mound area, serving 1557 students in grades 9–12. It is served by Shelby County Schools.
Serving 645 students in grades 9-12, Melrose 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Melrose High School serves the southwest part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile radius of the school, making for typical travel times of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melrose High School's student population of 645 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
40 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose High School is 0.27, 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
#1705 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
85%
20%
White
1%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)98.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
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 Melrose High School's ranking?
Melrose High School is ranked #1705 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Melrose High School often compared to?
Melrose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manassas High School, Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melrose High School?
The graduation rate of Melrose High School is 65%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Melrose High School?
645 students attend Melrose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Melrose High School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Melrose High School offer ?
Melrose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose High School part of?
Melrose High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Melrose High School located?
Melrose High School is located in the Orange Mound neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 4 other public schools located in Orange Mound.
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