For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,602 students in 38109, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38109, TN are Westwood High School and Mitchell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38109 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38109, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38109 have a Graduation Rate of 58%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westwood High School, with 75-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38109, TN Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwood High School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4480 Westmont Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8000
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 361 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Mitchell High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
658 Wmitchell Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8174
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8174
Gr: 9-12 | 376 students
Rank: n/an/a
1591 Pennsylvania Ave
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Gr: K-12 | 402 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
4950 Fairley Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 321-2500
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 321-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Southwest Career Technology Center
Vocational School
3746 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8186
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8186
Gr: 9-12
38109, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1591 Pennsylvania
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7884
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7884
Gr: 7-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1591 Pennsylvania
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-7594
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
4950 Fairley Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8080
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8080
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
778 Parkrose
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 881-1149
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 881-1149
Gr: PK-5
4649 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8157
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8157
Gr: 6-8 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
3966 Sewanee Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 628-6635
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 628-6635
Gr: 6-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
5132 Jonetta St
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8163
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8163
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
4900 Horn Lake Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8170
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8170
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
430 Ivan Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3146
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-3146
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
260 Joubert
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 614-7360
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 614-7360
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
322 King Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 789-8198
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 789-8198
Gr: PK-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
3966 Sewanee Rd
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8206
Memphis, TN 38109
(901) 416-8206
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38109, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38109, TN include Westwood High School and Mitchell High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38109?
5 public high schools are located in 38109.
What is the racial composition of students in 38109?
38109 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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