Whitehaven High School

Whitehaven High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4851 Elvis Presley Blvd,  Memphis, TN
Shelby County Schools
4.2
3.4
1,587 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Vincent Hunter
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
890
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
28%
Average GPA
3.38
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B+
Teachers
C
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.38
Reading Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
95
Full Time Teachers
95
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
890
Math
430
Verbal
460
Average ACT
20
Math
19
English
20
Reading
21
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
19.5%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
392:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
Black
94%
Two or more races
4.3%
Hispanic
1.2%
White
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#17 Best HS For Athletes in Tennessee
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Memphis 706 Students
Tennessee State University 571 Students
University of Tennessee 485 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 457 Students
Jackson State University 449 Students
Austin Peay State University 338 Students
Mississippi State University 315 Students
Christian Brothers University 283 Students
University of Mississippi 267 Students
East Tennessee State University 245 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 158 Students
Biology 153 Students
Business 147 Students
Psychology 98 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 72 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 60 Students
Computer Science 59 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 46 Students
Physical Therapy 42 Students
Chemistry 40 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 412 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/14/2024
The best parts of my experience at Whitehaven High is the amount of resources they give to help you with life after graduation like internship opportunities but the worst part of being there is simply some teachers might not be fit for teaching you. It depends on how you personally learn best.
5.0 Senior
11/3/2024
I love my school. I feel like its the perfect fit for me . Whitehaven has alot of opportunities as it goes for college you just have to take advantage of it . I love the scholarship environment and how they make sure we have all honors classes . They push us to do better . Our teachers spend extra time with us and help us become better students . We apply for colleges together as a senior class !Our counselors push us to take the act and sat over and over again so we can make it towards our goals ! I am forever grateful and proud of everything I have ever accomplished.
5.0 Senior
10/31/2024
During my four years at Whitehaven High school it has been nothing but a great experience. The learning environment & the fun activities overall has shown me a new way of more than I can ask for in high school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 8 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/20/2023
My daughter is currently a senior at THEE Whitehaven High School under the leadership of the incomparable Dr. Vincent Hunter. Where do I start? This has been a great experience for my daughter from start to finish! They have so much to offer the students. From their amazing sports program to their m...
5.0 student
9/16/2014
I am currently a senior at Whitehaven High School. I have attended this school since my freshman year and I understand almost everything about what goes on here. Many people (mainly students and parents) are constantly talking about how our school is unorganized. But just stop and think: How organiz...
3.0 other
1/12/2014
Whitehaven's a tough nut to crack. The zoning is impressive but the guardrails in the lower teacher's parking lot absolutely need to be fixed. Just a cautionary note: the surrounding area is relatively unsafe for people of a caucasian background (hence: 'whitehaven'). Great band though
2.0 parent
12/16/2013
The review by the 9th grader below is on point. Whitehaven does a better job than most Memphis schools of projecting a decent public image, mainly due to its championship caliber football team and good band. However, there is much to be desired behind closed doors. There is a small pocket of excelle...

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