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Mitchell High
High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
658 WMitchell Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,399 of 1,786
In Memphis
#107 of 199
public schools
In district
#110 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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Mitchell High
High School in Memphis · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mitchell High
Mitchell High is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Mitchell High serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,399 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Mitchell High show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mitchell High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Mitchell High — Students at Mitchell High score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Mitchell High Compares
See how Mitchell High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
658 WMitchell Rd, Memphis, TN 38109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mitchell High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship (rated 5.3/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee (rated 5.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Westwood High (rated 4.1/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Road Elementary Memphis | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Chickasaw Middle Memphis | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Levi Elementary Memphis | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Westwood High Memphis | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Freedom Prep Elementary - Parkrose Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Double Tree Elementary Memphis | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Geeter School Memphis | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Vision Preparatory Charter School Memphis | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Riverview Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Westhaven Elementary Memphis | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Carver College and Career Academy Memphis | 3.5 mi | — |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas Memphis | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt Memphis | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 3.7 mi | 2.1 |
| CREATIVE LIFE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Memphis | 4.1 mi | — |
| A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,934
Median Home Value
$76,600
Median Rent
$1,000/mo
Population
43,764
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fayetteville High School Fayetteville, TN | 5.0 |
| Freedom Prep Middle - Brownlee Memphis, TN | 5.1 |
| South Pittsburg High School South Pittsburg, TN | 4.9 |
| Tellico Plains High School Tellico Plains, TN | 5.1 |
| Unaka High School Elizabethton, TN | 4.9 |
| Hampton High School Hampton, TN | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mitchell High
What grades does Mitchell High serve?
Mitchell High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mitchell High?
Mitchell High has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell High?
The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell High is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mitchell High rank in TN?
Mitchell High ranks #1,399 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Mitchell High's MySchoolScout rating?
Mitchell High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Mitchell High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mitchell High has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Mitchell High a charter school?
No, Mitchell High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mitchell High a Title I school?
No, Mitchell High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.7%
- Phone
- (901) 416-8174
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #110 of 202
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