Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Jellico 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jellico High School's attendance zone covers the entire Jellico, TN school district, encompassing approximately 498.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 18.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a furthest boundary reaching 28.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jellico High School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jellico 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 Jellico High School is 0.02, 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
#1161 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
99%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jellico High School's ranking?
Jellico High School is ranked #1161 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jellico High School often compared to?
Jellico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell County Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jellico High School?
The graduation rate of Jellico High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jellico High School?
275 students attend Jellico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jellico High School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Jellico High School offer ?
Jellico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jellico High School part of?
Jellico High School is part of Campbell County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
its an overall good school. It might be a low student to teach ratio but its just better because teachers can work with their students individually. The sports programs are great and they offer a variety.They also offer a variety of extracurricular activities such as art and music to name a few.
1 10/10/2025
Overall a terrible school there are good teachers but the overall condition of the school is terrible
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