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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Attendance Zone: De Kalb County Adult High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Smithville, TN, covering approximately 329 square miles. This large area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.8 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
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
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Dekalb County Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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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