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2020 Best High Schools in the Memphis AreaAbout this List

Explore the best high schools in your area based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education.  Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. St. Mary's Episcopal School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 94 reviews
    #1 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Middle School Student: This school really looks at things through the student's eyes. Each teacher is super understanding and will do almost anything to help their students understand anything! As a middle school student, it has been rough with friends, but I feel comfortable talking to any of the teachers because I know they will be understanding and will help me. The sports program is amazing and our basketball team has won the district championship twice! All of the coaches are amazing! The school has become very diverse and we have chapel talks about different religions during all of the non Christian main holidays. St. Mary's episcopal school is an amazing school and I would definitely recommend sending your child or going to St. Mary's.
    Read 94 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 822 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Lausanne Collegiate School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 40 reviews
    #2 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: Lausanne Collegiate School in my opinion is the best high school in Memphis. They really prepare you for college and make sure your on the right track academically. There's a lot of proper work involved, but it's for the best benefit of the student. Lausanne is very diverse, so you really get exposed to different types of people and cultures. Sports are tremendous at Lausanne, and the food is amazing. This school contains the college experience high school students need in order to prepare and be best equip for college. Overall, Lausanne is a terrific, outstanding college prep school that also has many accessories that allow the student to have a great high school experience.
    Read 40 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 860 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Memphis University School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • 7-12
    • 71 reviews
    #3 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: My sons has been a student at MUS since 7th grade and he is now a senior. The teachers have been supportive and always encouraged my sons to do better when he was being a slacker. The academics, structure and staff have well prepared my son for college academics. Everyone in the front office have always been so helpful and supportive. My son isn't an athlete but more artistic and I love that school encourages all types of students. The variety in activities available are a plus. The school is mostly white, but there was never an issue for my son. I do wish the school would update their dress code to include hairstyles that African American boys tend to wear. Other than that we have highly enjoyed the last 5 years.
    Read 71 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 630 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. St. George's Independent School - Collierville Campus (grades 6-12)

    • Private School
    • Collierville, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 33 reviews
    #4 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: St. George's has top notch academics and tailors its program to each individual student's needs. Despite being a competitive, elite private school, the school operates an urban campus that gives kids living in poverty an opportunity to get the same high level of education as more privileged kids. This also provides a level of diversity that isn't typical at elite private schools. While the school is affiliated with the Episcopal church, the religious curriculum is more about ethics and values, and about comparative religions, and all people are able to feel welcome.
    Read 33 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,076 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Hutchison School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 66 reviews
    #5 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: Hutchison is an outstanding, one-of-a-kind school for girls. All grades are one beautiful campus in East Memphis. The secure perimeter allows girls to move freely about the school's farm, playing fields, lake and buildings in a safe environment. But, what makes this place truly special are the teachers and programs. Teachers at Hutchison aim to help each girl discover her own unique gifts and talents which she can explore and build on through opportunities in fine arts (Hutch girls win more art awards than almost any other school in TN), robotics, athletics, academics, etc. Curriculum is robust, challenging and presented in a way that stimulates thinking and the formation of cross-curricular connections. My daughter spent 15 years at Hutchison, was awarded a coveted scholarship at a prestigious college and now attends and is thriving at an Ivy League University.
    Read 66 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 851 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Pleasant View School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 10 reviews
    #6 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: Attending Pleasant View School has been a great turning point in my life. I was originally home-schooled from 5th to 9th grade, and when my parents told me they were enrolling me in a private school, I had no idea what to expect. I'm glad to say that Pleasant View School made the transition as smooth as possible. All the teachers care deeply about the students, and want to see them succeed. It isn't very big, but everybody knows everybody and the student body immediately incorporated me as a fellow student and a friend. I will say that I would like to see Pleasant View School become more systematic as there is a lot of confusion especially in scheduling at the beginning of the school year. There is a new extension building being built now, and I hope that with that, the halls will be a little bit less crowded. But other than that, I am very thankful and blessed to have attended Pleasant View School, and truly wish that I have been a student there for all of my life.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 383 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Houston High School

    • Germantown, TN
    • 9-12
    • 297 reviews
    #1 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: For a public school, the education at Houston is top of the line. It's as a simple as that the test scores, the culture of the school, and the teachers are all phenomenal not only by Memphis and Tennessee public school standards but on a national level. While the campus itself is due for upgrades, these are in the planning stages and likely to come sooner than later. Overall, Houston is one of the finest schools in the Memphis area, both public and private, by any measure. Go Mustangs!
    Read 297 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,883 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. St. Agnes Academy-St. Dominic School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 58 reviews
    #7 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Works Here: St Agnes Academy is a safe and friendly environment with loving and caring people! Many of the teachers send their own children there for and education. The faculty gives back to the school in so many ways by volunteering, attending games, plays, and concerts in order to support the students. The faculty also has 100% participants to the schools Annual Fund! The faculty truly cares about the success and education of each and every student! Many of the faculty have their doctorate in education and St Agnes encourages and financially supports its faculty to attend professional growth classes! Sometimes those classes are right on campus! We have an amazing Distant Learning Center that helps the teachers to provided enrichment into their classes!
    Read 58 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 775 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Collierville High School

    • Collierville Schools, TN
    • 9-12
    • 99 reviews
    #2 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: Collierville High has become a place of immense growth for me in the past four years. I am finishing up my senior year and realizing just how much my high school prepared me for college academically and emotionally. The teachers and staff are quick to help with anything they can, and genuinely care about their students. The classes offered provide the students with rigorous coursework to challenge each individual. The building is beautiful and offers hundreds of extracurriculars and volunteer opportunities for its students as well. There are so many ways to be involved!
    Read 99 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,397 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Christian Brothers High School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • 9-12
    • 93 reviews
    #8 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: I love my school because the teachers want to see their students succeed while also giving them a challenge. He has tons of activities to choose from. The lunches are good on most days. The staff is very fun and friendly. The academics are amazing and prepare the students for college. They have ways to get help if you are struggling in a class. They counselors are easily accessible. They have many clubs and some are very unique. Students can easily make a club if they want. We have facilities for sports and education. Parents do get involved, however, I feel like they could be more involved. It is very diverse also. We have many different religions as well ethnicities. We have teachers at the school 24/7 so if you forget a book you can always go and get it.
    Read 93 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 831 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Briarcrest Christian School

    • Private School
    • Eads, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 161 reviews
    #9 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: I participate in the fine arts, and I have truly loved all the teachers and adults involved in the fine arts department. The teachers in all subjects are very supportive, and the honors and AP classes are challenging. The school has a growing population of students, but the diversity of the school is not at what it could be. The cafeteria food is wonderful, and the desserts are the best! There are plenty of clubs to participate in, but sometimes the clubs can be a little unorganized. Everyone takes Spirit Week very seriously, so if you attend Briarcrest be ready for a bunch of school spirit and everyone dressed up! Most of the time the pep rallies are not the best, but I have several favorite moments from pep rallies such as when siblings had to pop balloons and much more!
    Read 161 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,560 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Evangelical Christian School

    • Private School
    • Cordova, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 31 reviews
    #10 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: We choose ECS after moving to the Memphis area from another state. Our children are flourishing! They have made wonderful friends, the parents are so welcoming and involved and the teachers are just above and beyond anything we could have hoped for. They have appointed a new group of leaders to really guide the school into the next century of learning and create a culture of memory making and fun. Our transition into the ECS family has really helped us feel at home in our new community.

    If you are a Christian family looking into private education for your child, I highly recommend that you call the school for a tour or shadow. 901-754-7217
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 670 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Harding Academy of Memphis

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 106 reviews
    #11 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: Harding Academy is a uniquely wonderful school. From caring & talented teachers to understanding administrators to a diverse student body, you really get it all at Harding. The advanced curriculum is challenging and stretches student thinking, while daily Bible lessons at Harding mold your child’s character. When my older children graduated from Harding they were prepared for the challenges they faced. I look forward to the same for my youngest, who is currently in 4th grade. We love Harding! ❤️
    Read 106 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 680 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. White Station High School

    • Shelby County Schools, TN
    • 9-12
    • 495 reviews
    #3 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: White Station High School is truly a place for everyone. This school is so diverse, and there is something for everyone. There are many clubs to choose from, and anyone can even make their own club! White Station High School makes you college ready no doubt. The average ACT score is 27, and the average SAT score is 1360. Past students have come back and told teachers that freshman year of college was easy to them. White Station High School has a variety of AP classes and honors classes to choose, so it is convenient for students to study what they're interested in. With the student life, clubs, academics, and love White Station shows, it is obvious why it is nationally recognized.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,246 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Lewisburg High School

    • DeSoto County School District, MS
    • 9-12
    • 124 reviews
    #4 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: I have attended Lewisburg Highschool for 3 and a half years including this year and I can to say my experience has been magnificent! From the elite education to the devoted community there are countless positives in going to this school. In addition, the inspirational teachers and administrators only make the time here more rewarding. Then, the clubs and sports bring a thrilling outlook on the school life with state-championships in multiple sports in only 13 years. The college readiness and resources are second to none as well with top notch courses because of the staff and competition among students. The only average fields are diversity due to the young community and food because of our public school guidelines.
    Read 124 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,009 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Northpoint Christian School

    • Private School
    • Southaven, MS
    • PK, K-12
    • 63 reviews
    #12 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: I love the Christian environment! The teachers are very involved in your academics. You can have many opportunities for extracurricular, even though the school is small. One thing I would like to see a change in is an opportunity to take more AP Classes and a different school schedule for seniors like those at public schools.
    Read 63 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 960 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. St. Benedict at Auburndale Catholic High School

    • Private School
    • Cordova, TN
    • 9-12
    • 207 reviews
    #13 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: St. Benedict prepared my child by educating the whole student starting with a solid Catholic foundation upon which to draw from in all aspects of her life. The academics are superior and offers a path for any and all opportunities. SBA graduates students every year to the nations top colleges with millions of dollars in scholarships. The Advanced, Traditional and Plus Program tracks mean no matter where your child falls as a student, they excel and become who they are being called in life to be. Loving faculty, strong in faith, student body of ladies and gentlemen ready to tackle the world with grace!
    Read 207 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 652 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. DeSoto Central High School

    • DeSoto County School District, MS
    • 9-12
    • 215 reviews
    #5 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: DeSoto Central is a great school! It's full of opportunities that allow you to grow and branch out. The environment is very welcoming, and the teachers are dedicated to their work. DCHS provides students with various clubs and extracurricular activities, which allows them to form bonds with different people throughout the school. Although DeSoto Central has many accolades, it could always improve in some areas. For instance, I think the school should upgrade their electronic policy. Students are allowed to use iPads and Chromebooks to do work, but they're not the best quality. They are very limited, and I believe students should be provided with a personal computer or tablet to do classwork on. I also think the school should branch out more with school spirit ideas.
    Read 215 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,723 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Arlington High School

    • Arlington Community Schools, TN
    • 9-12
    • 51 reviews
    #6 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: Arlington High School is a great place with high academics. They provide many clubs that will fit anyone on campus, and the school offers many resources to help students advance their learning. Arlington is a prideful school, and we do well in sports and many other things. The one thing I’d probably change is college readiness because while the school does have high academics that challenges you, it sometimes will not challenge you in a way to prepare you for certain things in college. All in all, pretty good school!
    Read 51 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,034 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Collegiate School of Memphis

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • 6-12
    • 35 reviews
    #14 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: I have attended this school since sixth grade, and am now a senior in high school. This school is quite odd. The teachers are extraordinary, one can truly tell how much the instructors care about the scholars, as well as their education. However, only two foreign languages are taught: Spanish and Latin. The student body is very diverse, and the education is wonderful. The atmosphere is very safe, and most students get along very well. The school focuses on college acceptance, and 100% acceptance is the goal for each graduating class. There are two classes dedicated to assisting students with college acceptance and applying for scholarships. There are various sports, and the instruction is very interactive for every class. Each year, government students host an election comparing to whatever election may be occuring in the "real world." High school students also must gain a certain amount of volunteer hours in order to graduate. Overall, it is a wonderful school.
    Read 35 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 328 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Immaculate Conception Cathedral School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 50 reviews
    #15 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: I've been attending since freshman year and am now a senior. There is an undeniable feeling of community and solidarity among students, and due to the smaller classes, students are given more one on one time with teachers. We do tend to have some trouble communicating relevant information regarding school events efficiently, but this is a very small problem that is in the process of being fixed.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 309 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Macon Road Baptist School

    • Private School
    • Arlington, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 18 reviews
    #16 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Parent: Great caring people. Phenomenal coaching staff! Football and baseball on the rise, new food service is A plus!
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 600 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Olive Branch High School

    • DeSoto County School District, MS
    • 9-12
    • 232 reviews
    #7 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Alum: Overall, Olive Branch High School is a good school in my opinion. The campus and classrooms are nice and the grounds are kept clean. The faculty and staff were involved and got to know the students by name which created a high level of engagement in the classrooms. I wished that some of the classes that were no longer offered (e.g. Accounting), could have been offered because I believe it could have helped me in my college studies. I also believe that offering more, or better, tutoring sessions or at least being able have good tutoring referrals for the ACT would have been extremely helpful with increasing scores.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,080 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Center Hill High School

    • DeSoto County School District, MS
    • 9-12
    • 277 reviews
    #8 Best Public High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: Center Hill High School is just what it's most famous slogan says, Mustang Pride! Center Hill goes above and beyond to give opportunities to every student in the building. The school continues to add classes, clubs, and much more for all the current and future students that continue to pour in. Administrators and staff are heavily devoted to the betterment of the students and their environment. The only improvement would be more traditions for years to come.
    Read 277 Reviews

    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,005 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Central Baptist School

    • Private School
    • Memphis, TN
    • PK, K-12
    • 12 reviews
    #17 Best Private High Schools in Memphis Area

    Senior: If you are looking for a school that cares about your child's academic progression and spiritual life Central Baptist School may be what you're looking for. The teachers here will take time out of their personal schedule to help a student out whether it be pertaining to their grades or a personal need. Also one other perk is that Central Baptist School is very affordable compared to the other private schools in the area. Although their rules may be a little strict, it is a great school for a child to attend and grow academically and spiritually.
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    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 131 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Derby Academy

    • Private School
    • Hingham, MA
    • PK, K-8
    • 3 reviews

    Parent: I was blown away by how well my children’s teachers got to know them and understand their learning styles in such a short period of time. I expected that at my first parent teacher conference I would have to fill in the teachers about my kids but I didn’t have to as they completely told me all the things I was going to tell them about my kids!
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    • 299 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Dedham Country Day School

    • Private School
    • Dedham, MA
    • PK, K-8
    • 7 reviews

    Parent: My son has thoroughly enjoyed his experience at DCD. The teachers are caring and engaged. I can text with the teachers during the day, and my son is able to stay late doing a variety of activities (Spanish, Chess Club, piano lessons, dance) as I finish work. He is only 6 and does yoga at school! If you looking for a school that invests in the whole child, with a lot of individual attention, you should look into Dedham Country Day School.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 291 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Central Catholic High School

    • Private School
    • Lawrence, MA
    • 9-12
    • 285 reviews

    Junior: As I transfer student, I cannot say enough great things about Central. The students and faculty have been nothing but helpful in helping ,e to adjust to my new surroundings. From ensuring my success academically, athletically, and spiritually Central has truly been an amazing experience thus far. The teachers take their jobs incredibly seriously and strive to push students to be the best that they can be. Central is not just a school, it's a family. From sporting events to retreats, Central provides various opportunities for the student body to connect with each other and be involved. I'm very proud to be a raider!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,200 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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