Munford High School is a public high school located in Munford, Tennessee. The school educates about 1,300 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Tipton County School District.
Serving 1,262 students in grades 9-12, Munford 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 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,262 students
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Munford High School serves the western part of Munford, TN, covering an area of approximately 105.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Munford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Munford High School's student population of 1,262 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1930
School Motto
Vision Munford High School will strive to educate all students to the highest level in order to make them successful and productive individuals in society.
School Rankings
Munford 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 Munford High School is 0.43, 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
#601 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Munford High School's ranking?
Munford High School is ranked #601 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Munford High School often compared to?
Munford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School, Covington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Munford High School?
The graduation rate of Munford High School is 85%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Munford High School?
1,262 students attend Munford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Munford High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Munford High School offer ?
Munford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Munford High School part of?
Munford High School is part of Tipton County School District.
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