Serving 2,054 students in grades 9-12, Lavergne 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 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lavergne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lavergne High School's student population of 2,054 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lavergne High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lavergne High School is 0.69, 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
#1083 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
42%
13%
Black
31%
21%
White
21%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavergne High School's ranking?
Lavergne High School is ranked #1083 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lavergne High School often compared to?
Lavergne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyrna High School, Stewarts Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lavergne High School?
The graduation rate of Lavergne High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lavergne High School?
2,054 students attend Lavergne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lavergne High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lavergne High School?
Lavergne High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lavergne High School offer ?
Lavergne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lavergne High School part of?
Lavergne High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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