For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,597 students in 38117, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38117, TN are White Station High School and Overton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38117 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38117, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38117 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is White Station High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38117, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
White Station High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
514 S Perkins Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8880
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-8880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,935 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Overton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1770 Lanier Ln
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2136
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,491 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Avon School
Special Education School
310 Avon Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2124
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 416-2124
Gr: K-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38117, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38117, TN include White Station High School and Overton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38117?
3 public high schools are located in 38117.
What is the racial composition of students in 38117?
38117 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).