Serving 320 students in grades 9-12, Rockwood 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 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockwood High School's attendance zone covers the entire Rockwood, TN school district, encompassing approximately 351.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edge of the zone can take 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.4 miles from the school to the edge of its attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockwood High School's student population of 320 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
School Rankings
Rockwood 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 Rockwood High School is 0.31, 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
#975 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2007–2025 (no data for 2008 and 2012)
Black
4%
20%
White
83%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2012–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2011–2023
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockwood High School's ranking?
Rockwood High School is ranked #975 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rockwood High School often compared to?
Rockwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harriman High School, Roane County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockwood High School?
The graduation rate of Rockwood High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Rockwood High School?
320 students attend Rockwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Rockwood High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Rockwood High School offer ?
Rockwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockwood High School part of?
Rockwood High School is part of Roane County School District.
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