RALEIGH-EGYPT HIGH SCHOOL

Raleigh-Egypt 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 1,017 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 48 teachers, Raleigh-Egypt High has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

Raleigh-Egypt High School, located in the Raleigh community of Memphis, Tennessee, is a public secondary school operating under the Shelby County Schools (Memphis-Shelby County Schools) district. The school serves a diverse student body and is known for its long-standing presence in the area, aiming to provide a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success. As part of the larger district network, the school follows the curriculum standards and initiatives set forth by Memphis-Shelby County Schools to support academic growth and student achievement.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Raleigh-Egypt High School typically emphasizes community engagement and student development through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services. The school focuses on creating an environment that fosters both intellectual and personal growth, encouraging students to participate in school culture and prepare for future career or college paths. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub in the 38128 zip code, working to align its programs with the broader goals of the district while addressing the specific needs of the local student population.

For more information, contact Raleigh-Egypt High at (901) 416-4108 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3970 Voltaire Ave
Memphis, TN 38128-2282
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RALEIGH-EGYPT HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Memphis, TN with about 1,017 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,017
Teachers:
48.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,017 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RALEIGH-EGYPT HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 82% of the student body.

Black or African American
82.4%
Hispanic/Latino
14.3%
Two or more races
1.8%
White
1.5%
Asian
0.1%

Female
47.0%
Male
53.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.