Serving 319 students in grades 6-12, Bradford 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 39% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bradford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Bradford, TN, covering approximately 79.9 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bradford High School's student population of 319 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Bradford High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford High School is 0.17, 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
#413 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford High School's ranking?
Bradford High School is ranked #413 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bradford High School often compared to?
Bradford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milan High School, Milan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 Bradford High School?
The graduation rate of Bradford High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Bradford High School?
319 students attend Bradford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bradford High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bradford High School offer ?
Bradford High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bradford High School part of?
Bradford High School is part of Bradford School District.
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