Serving 2,046 students in grades 9-12, White Station High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,046 students
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: White Station High School serves the southeast part of Memphis, TN, covering an area of approximately 20.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Station High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Station High School's student population of 2,046 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,046 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
108 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1897
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence
School Rankings
White Station High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Station High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#343 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Station High School's ranking?
White Station High School is ranked #343 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of White Station High School?
The graduation rate of White Station High School is 90%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend White Station High School?
2,046 students attend White Station High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of White Station High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does White Station High School offer ?
White Station High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Station High School part of?
White Station High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is White Station High School located?
White Station High School is located in the East Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 8 other public schools located in East Memphis.
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