School Overview
Memphis Central High School, located in the historic Central Gardens neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee, is one of the oldest and most distinguished public high schools in the region. As part of the Shelby County Schools district, it has built a long-standing reputation for its commitment to academic excellence, a diverse student body, and a rich athletic history. The school is widely recognized for its rigorous curriculum, which includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.

Beyond its academic focus, Central High is known for its strong sense of tradition and community engagement. The school offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including championship-level sports teams, award-winning performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that foster leadership and school spirit. Its location on South Bellevue Boulevard places it in the heart of the city, allowing it to maintain a unique identity that bridges the gap between Memphis's historic roots and the evolving educational needs of its contemporary student population.
1,331
Total Students
62.0
Full-Time Teachers
21.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central High
Demographic Student Count
White36
Hispanic116
Black1,105
Asian10
Two or More61
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    1,105 (83.0%)
  • Hispanic
    116 (8.7%)
  • Two or More
    61 (4.6%)
  • White
    36 (2.7%)
  • Asian
    10 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2%)
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)416-4500
Website: http://schools.scsk12.org/central-hs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 62.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 338
Grade 10 340
Grade 11 322
Grade 12 331

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Central High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9338
Grade 10340
Grade 11322
Grade 12331
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Central High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female64748.6%
Male68451.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)