Glencliff High School is an American public high school in Nashville, Tennessee. It was built in 1957 and added onto in 1977.
Serving 1,077 students in grades 9-12, Glencliff 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 2% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,077 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 53% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glencliff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Glencliff High School's student population of 1,077 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,077 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Red, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Glencliff High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glencliff High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1718 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
69%
15%
Black
18%
21%
White
10%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
53%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glencliff High School's ranking?
Glencliff High School is ranked #1718 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Glencliff High School often compared to?
Glencliff High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antioch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glencliff High School?
The graduation rate of Glencliff High School is 53%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Glencliff High School?
1,077 students attend Glencliff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Glencliff High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glencliff High School?
Glencliff High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Glencliff High School offer ?
Glencliff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glencliff High School part of?
Glencliff High School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glencliff High School located?
Glencliff High School is located in the Glencliff neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Glencliff.
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