Serving 2,266 students in grades 9-12, Cookeville High School ranks in the top 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 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cookeville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cookeville High School's student population of 2,266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cookeville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cookeville High School is 0.41, which is less 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
#664 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
18%
13%
Black
4%
21%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cookeville High School's ranking?
Cookeville High School is ranked #664 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Cookeville High School often compared to?
Cookeville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upperman High School, Monterey High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cookeville High School?
The graduation rate of Cookeville High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cookeville High School?
2,266 students attend Cookeville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cookeville High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cookeville High School?
Cookeville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cookeville High School offer ?
Cookeville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cookeville High School part of?
Cookeville High School is part of Putnam County School District.
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