Science Hill High School is a public high school in Johnson City, Tennessee, United States.
Serving 2,423 students in grades 9-12, Science Hill High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Science Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Science Hill High School's student population of 2,423 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
1867
School Motto
'Develop, equip, and graduate all students with the knowledge and skills necessary to follow their chosen path in life.'
School Rankings
Science Hill High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Science Hill High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
9%
21%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Science Hill High School's ranking?
Science Hill High School is ranked #252 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Science Hill High School often compared to?
Science Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Boone High School, David Crockett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Science Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Science Hill High School is 91%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Science Hill High School?
2,423 students attend Science Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Science Hill High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Science Hill High School?
Science Hill High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Science Hill High School offer ?
Science Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Science Hill High School part of?
Science Hill High School is part of Johnson City School District.
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