Serving 466 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1749 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
90%
21%
White
n/a
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School's ranking?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School is ranked #1749 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School?
The graduation rate of Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School?
466 students attend Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School offer ?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School part of?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School located?
Kipp Memphis Collegiate High School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 3 other public schools located in Hyde Park.
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