Serving 725 students in grades 6-12, Raleigh-egypt 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 9% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Raleigh Egypt High School serves the northern part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raleigh-egypt High School's student population of 725 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Motto
'Greatness Grows Here!'
School Rankings
Raleigh-egypt 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 Raleigh-egypt High School is 0.33, 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
#1591 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
81%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
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
80-84%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh-egypt High School's ranking?
Raleigh-egypt High School is ranked #1591 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?
9% 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 Raleigh-egypt High School?
The graduation rate of Raleigh-egypt High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Raleigh-egypt High School?
725 students attend Raleigh-egypt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Raleigh-egypt High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Raleigh-egypt High School offer ?
Raleigh-egypt High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raleigh-egypt High School part of?
Raleigh-egypt High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Raleigh-egypt High School located?
Raleigh-egypt High School is located in the Springhill neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 7 other public schools located in Springhill.
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