CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

Central High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools school district, located in Memphis, TN with about 1,530 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 83 teachers, Central High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Memphis Central High School, located in the historic Central Gardens neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, is one of the oldest and most distinguished public high schools in the region. As part of the Shelby County Schools district, it has built a long-standing reputation for its commitment to academic excellence, a diverse student body, and a rich athletic history. The school is widely recognized for its rigorous curriculum, which includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, Central High is known for its strong sense of tradition and community engagement. The school offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including championship-level sports teams, award-winning performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that foster leadership and school spirit. Its location on South Bellevue Boulevard places it in the heart of the city, allowing it to maintain a unique identity that bridges the gap between Memphis's historic roots and the evolving educational needs of its contemporary student population.

For more information, contact Central High at (901) 416-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.