Halls High School is a high school in the Halls Crossroads suburb of Knoxville, Tennessee, operated by Knox County Schools. Founded in 1916, the school was one of the first in the area. It is named for Pulaski Hall, a prominent citizen and owner of one of the first businesses in the town.
Serving 1,236 students in grades 9-12, Halls 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,236 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Halls High School serves the northern part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 44.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Halls High School's student population of 1,236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,236 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
72 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Halls 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 Halls High School is 0.30, 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
#1080 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
83%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Brown and Gold
School Mascot
Red Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halls High School's ranking?
Halls High School is ranked #1080 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Halls High School often compared to?
Halls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gibbs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Halls High School?
The graduation rate of Halls High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Halls High School?
1,236 students attend Halls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Halls High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Halls High School offer ?
Halls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Halls High School part of?
Halls High School is part of Knox County School District.
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