Serving 278 students in grades 9-12, Oliver Springs High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oliver Springs High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 351.8 square miles around Oliver Springs, TN, with average distances of 17.5 miles to the zone edge and a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 31.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oliver Springs High School's student population of 278 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1930
School Rankings
Oliver Springs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Springs High School is 0.17, 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
#935 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Springs High School's ranking?
Oliver Springs High School is ranked #935 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oliver Springs High School often compared to?
Oliver Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Springs Middle School, Midway High School, Roane County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oliver Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Oliver Springs High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Oliver Springs High School?
278 students attend Oliver Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Oliver Springs High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Oliver Springs High School offer ?
Oliver Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oliver Springs High School part of?
Oliver Springs High School is part of Roane County School District.
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