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White Station High

High School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

514 S Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN 38117

Enrollment

1,935

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#748 of 1,786

In Memphis

#52 of 199

public schools

In district

#52 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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White Station High

6.8/10

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

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About White Station High

White Station High is a public high school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. White Station High serves approximately 1,935 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. White Station High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #748 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for White Station High show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.44 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.1 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+20.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation27.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

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

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 60.4% (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
70%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
61%
2025
Math
35.5%
ELA
57.9%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How White Station High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TN
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
108 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
27.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·17 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

514 S Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN 38117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Station High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Richland Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aurora Collegiate Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Memphis 0.4 mi 5.3
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Memphis 0.8 mi 5.5
ST AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL, INC. Memphis 1.0 mi 4.2
ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Memphis 1.0 mi 6.6
ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis 1.0 mi 7.1
TENNESSEE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Memphis 0.9 mi
CONCORD ACADEMY Memphis 1.0 mi 7.1
MEMPHIS JUNIOR ACADEMY Memphis 1.1 mi 7.2
MARGOLIN HEBREW ACADEMY Memphis 1.1 mi 7.5
Avon School Memphis 1.5 mi 5.7
White Station Elementary Memphis 1.5 mi 7.7
WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 7.7
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 8.4
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Memphis 1.4 mi 7.0
Colonial Middle Memphis 1.7 mi 4.4
Campus School Memphis 1.6 mi 8.0
Sea Isle Elementary Memphis 1.9 mi 5.0
Aurora Collegiate Academy Memphis 2.1 mi 8.3
Richland Elementary Memphis 1.9 mi 8.7
White Station Middle Memphis 2.0 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,688

Median Home Value

$287,500

Median Rent

$1,353/mo

Population

26,327

College Educated

60%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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Oakland High School Murfreesboro, TN 6.8
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Hendersonville High School Hendersonville, TN 6.7
Ravenwood High School Brentwood, TN 6.9
Brentwood High School Brentwood, TN 6.6
Dobyns - Bennett High School Kingsport, TN 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Station High

What grades does White Station High serve?

White Station High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend White Station High?

White Station High has an enrollment of approximately 1,935 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Station High?

The student-teacher ratio at White Station High is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Station High rank in TN?

White Station High ranks #748 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is White Station High's MySchoolScout rating?

White Station High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 White Station High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Station High has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is White Station High a charter school?

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

Is White Station High a Title I school?

No, White Station High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,935
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
108
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

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

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