Covington High School (Covington, Tennessee) is a grade 9-12 institution in Tipton County, Tennessee.
Serving 643 students in grades 9-12, Covington 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 17% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Covington High School serves the northeast part of Covington, TN, covering an area of approximately 151.8 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Covington High School's student population of 643 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
47 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Motto
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you imagined.
School Rankings
Covington 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 Covington High School is 0.56, 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
#1110 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Covington High School's ranking?
Covington High School is ranked #1110 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Covington High School often compared to?
Covington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School, Munford 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 34% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Covington High School?
The graduation rate of Covington High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Covington High School?
643 students attend Covington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Covington High School students are Black, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Covington High School offer ?
Covington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covington High School part of?
Covington High School is part of Tipton County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It has a great facility. I enjoyed my four years at CHS. The teachers take pride in their job, and want the students to learn. They other a number of extracurricular activities. It has everything you would look for in a school. My brother is a current student and he likes the classes and activities offered to him.
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