Serving 673 students in grades 9-12, Mcnairy Central 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 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcnairy Central High School's student population of 673 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepare students for post-secondary success by equipping them intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
School Rankings
Mcnairy Central 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 Mcnairy Central High School is 0.29, 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
#821 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
10%
20%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcnairy Central High School's ranking?
Mcnairy Central High School is ranked #821 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Mcnairy Central High School often compared to?
Mcnairy Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adamsville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcnairy Central High School?
The graduation rate of Mcnairy Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mcnairy Central High School?
673 students attend Mcnairy Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mcnairy Central High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mcnairy Central High School offer ?
Mcnairy Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcnairy Central High School part of?
Mcnairy Central High School is part of Mcnairy County School District.
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