Serving 515 students in grades 9-12, South Greene 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Greene High School's student population of 515 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Greene 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 South Greene High School is 0.12, 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
#483 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
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
52%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Greene High School's ranking?
South Greene High School is ranked #483 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Greene High School often compared to?
South Greene High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greeneville High School, North Greene High School, West Greene 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Greene High School?
The graduation rate of South Greene High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Greene High School?
515 students attend South Greene High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Greene High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Greene High School?
South Greene High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Greene High School offer ?
South Greene High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Greene High School part of?
South Greene High School is part of Greene County School District.
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