Serving 541 students in grades 7-12, Gordonsville 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 24% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gordonsville High School serves the southern part of its school district in Gordonsville, TN, covering an area of approximately 107 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordonsville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gordonsville High School's student population of 541 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
541 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 20-year historical data
School Rankings
Gordonsville 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 Gordonsville High School is 0.15, 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
#1005 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
92%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gordonsville High School's ranking?
Gordonsville High School is ranked #1005 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Gordonsville High School often compared to?
Gordonsville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% 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 Gordonsville High School?
The graduation rate of Gordonsville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Gordonsville High School?
541 students attend Gordonsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gordonsville High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Gordonsville High School offer ?
Gordonsville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gordonsville High School part of?
Gordonsville High School is part of Smith County School District.
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