Serving 1,019 students in grades 9-12, Anderson County 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 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson County High School serves the northern part of its school district in Clinton, TN, covering an area of approximately 195.7 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 7.9 miles and the furthest point reaching up to 19.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson County High School's student population of 1,019 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,019 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
58 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Anderson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson County High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
92%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Graduation Rate
87%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson County High School's ranking?
Anderson County High School is ranked #985 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Anderson County High School often compared to?
Anderson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton High School, Oak Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson County High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson County High School is 87%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Anderson County High School?
1,019 students attend Anderson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Anderson County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Anderson County High School offer ?
Anderson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anderson County High School part of?
Anderson County High School is part of Anderson County School District.
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