Serving 1,851 students in grades 9-12, White Station High School ranks in the top 30% 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 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,851 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
White Station High School's student population of 1,851 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,851 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
White Station High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Station High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#403 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
40%
21%
White
27%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
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 White Station High School's ranking?
White Station High School is ranked #403 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of White Station High School?
The graduation rate of White Station High School is 85%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend White Station High School?
1,851 students attend White Station High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of White Station High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Station High School?
White Station High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does White Station High School offer ?
White Station High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is White Station High School part of?
White Station High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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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