For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 532 students in 38126, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38126, TN are Hollis F. Price Middle College and B. T. Washington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38126 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38126, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38126 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is B. T. Washington 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 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38126, TN Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hollis F. Price Middle College
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
807 Walker Ave
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 435-1765
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 435-1765
Gr: 9-12 | 96 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
B. T. Washington High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
715 S Lauderdale St
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7240
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7240
Gr: 6-12 | 436 students
38126, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
690 Mississippi
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7200
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
995 South Lauderdale
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 775-7854
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 775-7854
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
688 St Paul Av
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 579-3238
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 579-3238
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
229 South Danny Thomas Bl
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 528-2337
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 528-2337
Gr: K-5 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
673 Vance Av
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-3256
Memphis, TN 38126
(901) 416-3256
Gr: 6-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38126, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38126, TN include Hollis F. Price Middle College and B. T. Washington High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38126?
2 public high schools are located in 38126.
What is the racial composition of students in 38126?
38126 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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