Serving 653 students in grades 9-12, Scott 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 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Scott High School's student population of 653 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Together we learn, together we grow.
School Rankings
Scott 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 Scott High School is 0.06, 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
#1389 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
White
97%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Highlander
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scott High School's ranking?
Scott High School is ranked #1389 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scott High School?
The graduation rate of Scott High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Scott High School?
653 students attend Scott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Scott High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Scott High School offer ?
Scott High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scott High School part of?
Scott High School is part of Scott County School District.
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