Serving 490 students in grades 9-12, Alvin C. York Institute ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvin C. York Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alvin C. York Institute's student population of 490 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alvin C. York Institute ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alvin C. York Institute is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#529 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
98%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvin C. York Institute's ranking?
Alvin C. York Institute is ranked #529 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alvin C. York Institute often compared to?
Alvin C. York Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkrange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvin C. York Institute?
The graduation rate of Alvin C. York Institute is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Alvin C. York Institute?
490 students attend Alvin C. York Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alvin C. York Institute students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Alvin C. York Institute offer ?
Alvin C. York Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvin C. York Institute part of?
Alvin C. York Institute is part of Alvin C York Institute School District.
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