Serving 652 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 3% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh-egypt High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raleigh-egypt High School's student population of 652 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raleigh-egypt High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raleigh-egypt High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
83%
21%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
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 Raleigh-egypt High School's ranking?
Raleigh-egypt High School is ranked #1595 out of 1,721 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% 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 88%.
How many students attend Raleigh-egypt High School?
652 students attend Raleigh-egypt High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Raleigh-egypt High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raleigh-egypt High School?
Raleigh-egypt High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Raleigh-egypt High School offer ?
Raleigh-egypt High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Raleigh-egypt High School part of?
Raleigh-egypt High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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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