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Germantown High

High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

7653 Old Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN 38138

Enrollment

1,765

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,306 of 1,786

In Germantown

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#99 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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About Germantown High

Germantown High is a public high school in Germantown, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Germantown High serves approximately 1,765 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Germantown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,306 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Germantown High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Germantown 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 Progress1.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation4.4%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism30.3%

Germantown High — Students at Germantown High score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (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
67%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
25%
2025
Math
29.2%
ELA
38.1%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Germantown High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
27th percentile in TN
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
96 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
4.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·79 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·13 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

7653 Old Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN 38138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Germantown High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dogwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Farmington Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Forest Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
THE PHOENIX SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Germantown 0.1 mi
MEMPHIS ORAL SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Germantown 0.6 mi
Germantown Elementary Germantown 0.7 mi 6.1
Germantown Middle Germantown 0.8 mi 5.0
ST GEORGES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Germantown 1.2 mi 6.7
Riverdale Elementary School Germantown 1.4 mi 7.6
Oak Forest Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 8.6
MADONNA LEARNING CENTER Germantown 1.6 mi 7.8
BODINE SCHOOL Germantown 1.7 mi 6.3
Farmington Elementary School Germantown 1.8 mi 9.2
EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Memphis 2.1 mi
Journey East Academy Memphis 2.7 mi 7.7
Dogwood Elementary School Germantown 2.4 mi 9.7
Ridgeway Middle Memphis 2.6 mi 4.1
Lowrance Elementary/Middle Memphis 3.2 mi 4.1
Germanshire Elementary Germantown 3.1 mi 4.5
HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis 2.8 mi 7.1
BORNBLUM JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Memphis 3.2 mi 7.9
MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis 3.0 mi 7.9
ECS LOWER SCHOOL PREKINDERGARTEN AND JK PROGRAM Germantown 3.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,125

Median Home Value

$393,600

Median Rent

$1,716/mo

Population

25,368

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Germantown High

What grades does Germantown High serve?

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

How many students attend Germantown High?

Germantown High has an enrollment of approximately 1,765 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Germantown High?

The student-teacher ratio at Germantown High is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Germantown High rank in TN?

Germantown High ranks #1,306 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Germantown High's MySchoolScout rating?

Germantown High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Germantown High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Germantown High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Germantown High a charter school?

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

Is Germantown High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,765
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
96
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.3%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

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

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