School Overview
Ridgeway High School, located in the East Memphis area at 2009 Ridgeway Road, is a long-standing institution within the Memphis-Shelby County Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school has historically been recognized for its comprehensive academic offerings and its commitment to providing a structured environment for students in grades 9 through 12. As a central fixture in the local community, the school emphasizes preparing its graduates for post-secondary success through a blend of core curriculum requirements and various extracurricular opportunities.

The school is well-known for its athletic programs and diverse student organizations, which play a significant role in fostering school spirit and student engagement. While the school has navigated the systemic challenges and policy changes characteristic of the Memphis-Shelby County district over the years, it remains focused on its mission to provide equitable educational access. Prospective families or community members interested in the most current administrative updates, academic calendars, or specific program offerings are encouraged to consult the official Memphis-Shelby County Schools website, as the legacy URL provided often redirects to the district’s centralized portal.
818
Total Students
53.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ridgeway High
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic70
Black701
Asian5
Two or More33
American Indian1
  • Black
    701 (85.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    70 (8.6 %)
  • Two or More
    33 (4.0 %)
  • White
    8 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Phone: (901)416-8820
Website: http://schools.scsk12.org/ridgeway-hs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 818
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 236
Grade 10 230
Grade 11 186
Grade 12 166

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ridgeway High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9236
Grade 10230
Grade 11186
Grade 12166
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ridgeway High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female39948.8%
Male41951.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)