Below Average
#1548 of 1,786 schools in TN
Ridgeway High
High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools
2009 Ridgeway, Memphis, TN 38119
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,548 of 1,786
In Memphis
#137 of 199
public schools
In district
#139 of 202
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
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About Ridgeway High
Ridgeway High is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Ridgeway High serves approximately 805 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeway High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,548 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgeway High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Ridgeway 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
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Ridgeway High — Students at Ridgeway High score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.2/10.
How Ridgeway High Compares
See how Ridgeway 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
2009 Ridgeway, Memphis, TN 38119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgeway High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winridge Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Balmoral/Ridgeway Elementary Memphis | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Ridgeway Middle Memphis | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Memphis | 0.9 mi | — |
| LAUSANNE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Memphis | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Belle Forest Community School Memphis | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Fox Meadows Elementary Memphis | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Sea Isle Elementary Memphis | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| MADONNA LEARNING CENTER Germantown | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Ridgeway Early Learning Center Memphis | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BORNBLUM JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Cornerstone Prep School Memphis | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Winridge Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Newberry Elementary Memphis | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis | 2.4 mi | — |
| Colonial Middle Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,325
Median Home Value
$279,100
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
22,332
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Red Bank High School Chattanooga, TN | 4.4 |
| Trezevant High Memphis, TN | 4.4 |
| Central High School Harrison, TN | 4.5 |
| East Ridge High School Chattanooga, TN | 4.5 |
| Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch, TN | 4.5 |
| Tullahoma High School Tullahoma, TN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgeway High
What grades does Ridgeway High serve?
Ridgeway High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ridgeway High?
Ridgeway High has an enrollment of approximately 805 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeway High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeway High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgeway High rank in TN?
Ridgeway High ranks #1,548 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Ridgeway High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgeway High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Ridgeway High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeway High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Ridgeway High a charter school?
No, Ridgeway High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgeway High a Title I school?
No, Ridgeway 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
- 805
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.0%
- Phone
- (901) 416-8820
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
Memphis-Shelby County Schools- District Enrollment
- 110,057
- Schools in District
- 222
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,695
- District Rank
- #139 of 202
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