Southwind High School is a public high school located in the Southwind, Memphis gated community in unincorporated Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. It is operated by the Memphis-Shelby County Schools district. It was established in 2007. The school was 2012–2013 TSSAA Basketball State Champion.
Serving 1,622 students in grades 9-12, Southwind 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwind High School's student population of 1,622 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Black, Purple
School Rankings
Southwind 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 Southwind High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1521 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
78%
21%
White
1%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwind High School's ranking?
Southwind High School is ranked #1521 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwind High School?
The graduation rate of Southwind High School is 84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Southwind High School?
1,622 students attend Southwind High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Southwind High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwind High School?
Southwind High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwind High School offer ?
Southwind High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwind High School part of?
Southwind High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwind High School located?
Southwind High School is located in the Richwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Richwood.
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