Blackman High School is a high school located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States which is operated by the Rutherford County Schools. The school was established in 2000 to complement the existing Blackman Elementary School.
Serving 2,301 students in grades 9-12, Blackman High School 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 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,301 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blackman High School is located in the west part of Murfreesboro, TN, serving an attendance area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blackman High School's student population of 2,301 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
134 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Motto
Blackman High School students will graduate with the academic knowledge and career technical skills needed for success in life.
School Rankings
Blackman High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackman High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#523 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange, White
School Mascot
Dante
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackman High School's ranking?
Blackman High School is ranked #523 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Blackman High School often compared to?
Blackman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siegel High School, Oakland High School, Rockvale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackman High School?
The graduation rate of Blackman High School is 97%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Blackman High School?
2,301 students attend Blackman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Blackman High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Blackman High School offer ?
Blackman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackman High School part of?
Blackman High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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