Memorial High School is a public high school located in northwest San Antonio, Texas. It is one of two high schools in the Edgewood Independent School District, and is classified as a 4A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 846 students in grades 9-12, Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Memorial High School's student population of 846 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7905 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #7905 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
846 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of Edgewood Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial High School located?
Memorial High School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 28 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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