For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,082 students in 38122, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38122, TN are Memphis Rise Academy and Kingsbury High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38122 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38122, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38122 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Memphis Rise Academy, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38122, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memphis Rise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5221 Raleigh Lagrange Rd
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 379-5750
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 379-5750
Gr: 6-12 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Kingsbury High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1270 N Graham St
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-6060
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-6060
Gr: 9-12 | 1,327 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Kingsbury Career Technology Center
Vocational School
1328 N Graham St
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-6060
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-6060
Gr: 9-12
38122, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
968 North Mendenhall
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 684-2132
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 684-2132
Gr: K-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
920 North Highland
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-6100
Memphis, TN 38122
(901) 416-6100
Gr: 7-12 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38122, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38122, TN include Memphis Rise Academy and Kingsbury High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38122?
3 public high schools are located in 38122.
What is the racial composition of students in 38122?
38122 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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