Serving 328 students in grades 6-12, Red Boiling Springs 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 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Boiling Springs School serves the eastern part of Red Boiling Springs, TN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 94.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Boiling Springs School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Boiling Springs 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 Red Boiling Springs 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
#1484 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
82%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Boiling Springs School's ranking?
Red Boiling Springs School is ranked #1484 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Boiling Springs School?
The graduation rate of Red Boiling Springs School is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Red Boiling Springs School?
328 students attend Red Boiling Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Red Boiling Springs School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Red Boiling Springs School offer ?
Red Boiling Springs School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Boiling Springs School part of?
Red Boiling Springs School is part of Macon County School District.
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