Serving 136 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Shrine School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shrine School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shrine School's student population of 136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence
School Rankings
Shrine School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shrine School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
75%
21%
White
6%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shrine School's ranking?
Shrine School is ranked #280 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Shrine School often compared to?
Shrine Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shrine School?
The graduation rate of Shrine School is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Shrine School?
136 students attend Shrine School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Shrine School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shrine School?
Shrine School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shrine School offer ?
Shrine School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shrine School part of?
Shrine School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Shrine School located?
Shrine School is located in the Parkway Village neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 10 other public schools located in Parkway Village.
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