DeKalb County High School is located in Smithville, Tennessee. It is the only high school in the county and serves grades 9–12 with an enrollment of 814 as of August 10, 2023. The school's mascot is a tiger and the school colors are black and gold.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Attendance Zone: De Kalb County Adult High School serves the entire district of Smithville, TN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 329 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
Year Founded
1963
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
100%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dekalb County Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend De Kalb County Adult High School?
1 students attend De Kalb County Adult High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of De Kalb County Adult High School students are White.
What grades does De Kalb County Adult High School offer ?
De Kalb County Adult High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is De Kalb County Adult High School part of?
De Kalb County Adult High School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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