For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 2,867 students in 38118, TN.
The top ranked public high schools in 38118, TN are Shrine School, Oakhaven High School and Memphis School Of Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38118 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38118, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38118 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Memphis School Of Excellence, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38118, TN Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shrine School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4259 Forest View Dr
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2400
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2400
Gr: PK-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Oakhaven High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Ladbrook Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2300
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Memphis School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4921 Winchester Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 425-2932
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 425-2932
Gr: 6-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Memphis Virtual School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3237 Knight Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0115
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-0115
Gr: 4-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Sheffield High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4315 Sheffield Ave
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2370
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2370
Gr: 9-12 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #66.
Wooddale High School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5151 Scottsdale
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2440
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2440
Gr: 9-12 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #77.
Invictus Academy At Airways
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Ketchum
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-4400
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-4400
Gr: 8-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
3237 Knight Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 321-2500
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 321-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Sheffield Career Technology Center
Vocational School
4350 Chuck Ave
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2340
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-2340
Gr: 9-12
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School
Location
Quick Facts
2601 Ketchum Rd
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-5006
Memphis, TN 38118
(901) 416-5006
Gr: 6-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38118, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in 38118, TN include Shrine School, Oakhaven High School and Memphis School Of Excellence.
How many public high schools are located in 38118?
9 public high schools are located in 38118.
What is the racial composition of students in 38118?
38118 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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