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#834 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 47% in state

Medical District High School

High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

737 Union AVE, Memphis, TN 38103

Enrollment

111

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#834 of 1,786

In Memphis

#59 of 199

public schools

In district

#60 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Medical District High School

6.6/10

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

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About Medical District High School

Medical District High School is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Medical District High School serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Medical District High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #834 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Medical District High School show 33% math proficiency (2025 TCAP) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 TCAP).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 111 students, Medical District High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.7Excellent33%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement40%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent27%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Medical District High School — Students at Medical District High School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (2025 TCAP)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 61.4% (2025 TCAP)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 3 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

How Medical District High School Compares

See how Medical District High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
53th percentile in TN
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Programs & Offerings

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

737 Union AVE, Memphis, TN 38103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Medical District High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Crosstown High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hollis F. Price Middle College (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
B. T. Washington High Memphis 0.8 mi 4.5
Downtown Elementary Memphis 0.8 mi 3.4
Bruce Elementary Memphis 0.9 mi 5.8
Bellevue Middle Memphis 0.9 mi 3.5
Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Charter School Memphis 1.0 mi 7.7
Central High Memphis 1.0 mi 4.1
Larose Elementary Memphis 1.1 mi 5.2
Memphis Academy Of Science Engineering Middle/High Memphis 1.1 mi 5.3
Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis 1.3 mi 6.4
Early Childhood Programs Memphis 1.2 mi 2.8
MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis 1.1 mi 6.8
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis 1.3 mi 5.9
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI Memphis 1.1 mi
1ST CLASS MONTESSORI - I Memphis 1.1 mi
Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis 1.3 mi 4.8
Soulsville Charter School Memphis 1.4 mi 5.5
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School Memphis 1.5 mi 4.4
Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis 1.7 mi 5.9
Crosstown High School Memphis 1.7 mi 7.3
Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis 2.0 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,763

Median Home Value

$380,900

Median Rent

$1,575/mo

Population

14,025

College Educated

60.9%

Homeownership

30.8%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

33.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
E B Wilson Gallatin, TN 6.6
Holloway High School Murfreesboro, TN 6.5
Nashville Big Picture High School Nashville, TN 6.7
Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis, TN 6.4
Dr. Paul L. Kelley Volunteer Academy Knoxville, TN 6.9
Vanguard Virtual High School Franklin, TN 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Medical District High School

What grades does Medical District High School serve?

Medical District High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Medical District High School?

Medical District High School has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Medical District High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Medical District High School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Medical District High School rank in TN?

Medical District High School ranks #834 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Medical District High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Medical District High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Medical District High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Medical District High School has 33% math proficiency (2025 TCAP) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 TCAP).

Is Medical District High School a charter school?

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

Is Medical District High School a Title I school?

No, Medical District High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

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

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