Serving 785 students in grades 9-12, Chester County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chester County High School's student population of 785 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester County High School is 0.34, 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
#396 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
14%
21%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester County High School's ranking?
Chester County High School is ranked #396 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Chester County High School often compared to?
Chester County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chester County High School?
The graduation rate of Chester County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Chester County High School?
785 students attend Chester County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chester County High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester County High School?
Chester County High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chester County High School offer ?
Chester County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chester County High School part of?
Chester County High School is part of Chester County School District.
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