Serving 388 students in grades 6-12, Memphis Juniorsenior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memphis Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Memphis, MI, covering approximately 59.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 5 miles and the furthest edge located 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memphis Juniorsenior High School's student population of 388 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Memphis Juniorsenior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memphis Juniorsenior High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1248 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memphis Juniorsenior High School's ranking?
Memphis Juniorsenior High School is ranked #1248 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Memphis Juniorsenior High School often compared to?
Memphis Juniorsenior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Armada High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memphis Juniorsenior High School?
The graduation rate of Memphis Juniorsenior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Memphis Juniorsenior High School?
388 students attend Memphis Juniorsenior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Memphis Juniorsenior High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memphis Juniorsenior High School?
Memphis Juniorsenior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Memphis Juniorsenior High School offer ?
Memphis Juniorsenior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Memphis Juniorsenior High School part of?
Memphis Juniorsenior High School is part of Memphis Community Schools.
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