Serving 613 students in grades 9-12, Claiborne 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 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claiborne High School serves the southeastern part of New Tazewell, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 238.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claiborne High School's student population of 613 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
School Rankings
Claiborne 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 Claiborne High School is 0.10, 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
#1414 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
95%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claiborne High School's ranking?
Claiborne High School is ranked #1414 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Claiborne High School often compared to?
Claiborne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cumberland Gap High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claiborne High School?
The graduation rate of Claiborne High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Claiborne High School?
613 students attend Claiborne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Claiborne High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Claiborne High School offer ?
Claiborne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claiborne High School part of?
Claiborne High School is part of Claiborne County School District.
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