Serving 652 students in grades 9-12, Obion County 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 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Obion County Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 472.5 square miles around Troy, TN, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge located 20.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Obion County Central High School's student population of 652 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Obion County 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 Obion County Central High School is 0.30, 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
#847 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
4%
20%
White
83%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Obion County Central High School's ranking?
Obion County Central High School is ranked #847 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Obion County Central High School often compared to?
Obion County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union City 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 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Obion County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Obion County Central High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Obion County Central High School?
652 students attend Obion County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Obion County Central High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Obion County Central High School offer ?
Obion County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Obion County Central High School part of?
Obion County Central High School is part of Obion County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Obion County Central High School is a great school. Teachers actually care about there students. I was a student there last semestar i will not give my name but most people should know me i was a senior. I moved from there to Texas this year on Christmas EVE
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