Serving 2,133 students in grades 9-12, Smyrna High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smyrna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Smyrna High School's student population of 2,133 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smyrna High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smyrna High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#912 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
32%
13%
Black
18%
21%
White
40%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyrna High School's ranking?
Smyrna High School is ranked #912 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Smyrna High School often compared to?
Smyrna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewarts Creek High School, Siegel High School, Lavergne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smyrna High School?
The graduation rate of Smyrna High School is 96%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Smyrna High School?
2,133 students attend Smyrna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Smyrna High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smyrna High School?
Smyrna High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smyrna High School offer ?
Smyrna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smyrna High School part of?
Smyrna High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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