These are some of the top-rated public schools in Shelby County Schools based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Shelby County Schools at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
ENVIRONMENT
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
ENVIRONMENT
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
ENVIRONMENT
District Calendar
ENVIRONMENT
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
ENVIRONMENT
Reviews From Schools in Shelby County Schools
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Parent / Guardian
December 05, 2023
My child is being bullied at this school my child is lashing out at other kids because of the situation but my child is the one getting in trouble I put a recorder in my child backpack and I heard my... More
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Oakhaven Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
December 02, 2023
This school is actually terrible we got a ,well my child and me got in a school shooti
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Southwind Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
November 28, 2023
My kid has been here since kindergarten and will definitely be moving soon. The school has gone down the drain since principal Humphrey left. It was a top school in Memphis but it’s not even on the... More
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Idlewild Elementary School
