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Craigmont High

High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

3333 Covington Pike, Memphis, TN 38128

Enrollment

867

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

3.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,670 of 1,786

In Memphis

#160 of 199

public schools

In district

#166 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Craigmont High

3.7/10

High School in Memphis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Craigmont High

Craigmont High is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Craigmont High serves approximately 867 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Craigmont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,670 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Craigmont High show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Craigmont High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-28.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.7 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
College Readiness3.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate59%
AP Participation4.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Craigmont High — Students at Craigmont High score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.4% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
2%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
10.8%
ELA
23.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.

How Craigmont High Compares

See how Craigmont High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in TN
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
10
4 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
4.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
4 boys'·6 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3333 Covington Pike, Memphis, TN 38128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Craigmont High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Memphis Rise Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bartlett High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Raleigh-Egypt High (rated 4.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Craigmont Middle Memphis 0.3 mi 6.3
GREATER MEMPHIS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Memphis 0.6 mi
Granville T. Woods Academy of Innovation Charter School Memphis 0.9 mi 6.9
Brownsville Road Elementary Memphis 0.9 mi 7.0
Raleigh-Bartlett Meadows Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 3.8
Bartlett High School Bartlett 1.4 mi 7.3
Beacon College Preparatory Memphis 1.7 mi 5.9
Journey Coleman School Memphis 1.6 mi 5.4
Memphis Rise Academy Memphis 1.9 mi 8.0
Bartlett Elementary School Bartlett 2.2 mi 8.9
BREATH OF LIFE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis 2.3 mi 4.2
Egypt Elementary Memphis 2.5 mi 6.0
Raleigh Egypt Middle School Memphis 2.6 mi 5.7
Raleigh-Egypt High Memphis 2.6 mi 4.3
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Memphis 2.9 mi 9.2
Wells Station Elementary Memphis 3.0 mi 9.3
Jackson Elementary Memphis 2.9 mi 7.3
Elmore Park Middle School Bartlett 2.7 mi 5.9
Shelby Oaks Elementary Memphis 3.3 mi 5.6
Scenic Hills Elementary Memphis 3.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,166

Median Home Value

$123,900

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

44,027

College Educated

14.7%

Homeownership

42%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

22.6%

Median Age

30.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Craigmont High

What grades does Craigmont High serve?

Craigmont High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Craigmont High?

Craigmont High has an enrollment of approximately 867 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Craigmont High?

The student-teacher ratio at Craigmont High is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Craigmont High rank in TN?

Craigmont High ranks #1,670 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Craigmont High's MySchoolScout rating?

Craigmont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Craigmont High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Craigmont High has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Craigmont High a charter school?

No, Craigmont High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Craigmont High a Title I school?

No, Craigmont High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
867
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%
4-Year Graduation
59.0%

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#166 of 202

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