Serving 930 students in grades 9-12, Hixson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hixson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hixson High School's student population of 930 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hixson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hixson High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
21%
21%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hixson High School's ranking?
Hixson High School is ranked #715 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hixson High School often compared to?
Hixson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah High School, Soddy Daisy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hixson High School?
The graduation rate of Hixson High School is 82%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hixson High School?
930 students attend Hixson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hixson High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hixson High School?
Hixson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hixson High School offer ?
Hixson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hixson High School part of?
Hixson High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/4/2020
The school is great from experience.
2 10/31/2015
Administration is horrible, unfair and unjust. They protect the bullies and allow kids to threaten other kids and get away with it.
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