Serving 452 students in grades 9-12, Loretto High School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Loretto High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Loretto, TN, covering approximately 618 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 28.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loretto High School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loretto High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loretto High School is 0.08, 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
#786 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loretto High School's ranking?
Loretto High School is ranked #786 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Loretto High School often compared to?
Loretto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Co High School, Summertown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loretto High School?
The graduation rate of Loretto High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Loretto High School?
452 students attend Loretto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Loretto High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Loretto High School offer ?
Loretto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loretto High School part of?
Loretto High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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