Serving 1,507 students in grades 9-12, Southwind 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwind High School's student population of 1,507 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southwind 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 Southwind High School is 0.40, 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
#1522 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
75%
21%
White
1%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwind High School's ranking?
Southwind High School is ranked #1522 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southwind High School?
The graduation rate of Southwind High School is 87%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Southwind High School?
1,507 students attend Southwind High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southwind High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwind High School?
Southwind High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southwind High School offer ?
Southwind High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southwind High School part of?
Southwind High School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwind High School located?
Southwind High School is located in the Richwood neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Richwood.
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