KIRBY HIGH SCHOOL

Kirby 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 892 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 52 teachers, Kirby High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Kirby High School, located at 4080 Kirby Pkwy in Memphis, Tennessee, is a public secondary institution serving the Hickory Hill community as part of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) district. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional curriculum, elective offerings, and extracurricular opportunities.

As part of the broader MSCS network, Kirby High is committed to improving student outcomes and fostering a supportive school culture. The school emphasizes college and career readiness, often utilizing the resources and administrative support provided by the district to enhance its academic programming. For those seeking specific information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the official school portal at [mcsk12.net](http://www.mcsk12.net) serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and the community.

For more information, contact Kirby High at (901) 416-1960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4080 Kirby Pkwy
Memphis, TN 38115-6535
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KIRBY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Memphis, TN with about 892 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
892
Teachers:
52.5
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
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 892 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending KIRBY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 83% of the student body.

Black or African American
83.4%
Hispanic/Latino
14.5%
Two or more races
1.6%
White
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

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.