For the 2026 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 (2026)
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
38118, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
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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