Serving 1,332 students in grades 9-12, Rhea County 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 39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 1,332 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rhea County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 328.5 square miles in and around Evensville, TN. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rhea County High School's student population of 1,332 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
89 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day!
School Rankings
Rhea County 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 Rhea County High School is 0.33, 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
#786 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Golden Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhea County High School's ranking?
Rhea County High School is ranked #786 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rhea County High School often compared to?
Rhea County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meigs County High School, Cherokee 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rhea County High School?
The graduation rate of Rhea County High School is 88%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Rhea County High School?
1,332 students attend Rhea County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rhea County High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Rhea County High School offer ?
Rhea County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rhea County High School part of?
Rhea County High School is part of Rhea County School District.
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