Serving 486 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 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loretto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Loretto High School's student population of 486 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Loretto High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Loretto High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#806 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
95%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loretto High School's ranking?
Loretto High School is ranked #806 out of 1,761 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 Summertown High School, Lawrence Co High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Loretto High School?
486 students attend Loretto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Loretto High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loretto High School?
Loretto High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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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