Siegel High School is a public high school in the Rutherford County School System in Tennessee. The principal, Larry Creasy, has been the head of the administrative staff since 2014. Siegel High School opened in the fall of 2003.
Serving 1,910 students in grades 9-12, Siegel 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 39% 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: 1,910 students
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Siegel High School serves the northern part of Murfreesboro, TN, encompassing an area of approximately 51.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Siegel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Siegel High School's student population of 1,910 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,910 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
121 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Stars Lead the Way
School Rankings
Siegel 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 Siegel High School is 0.58, 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
#744 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy, Teal, Silver
School Mascot
Stars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Siegel High School's ranking?
Siegel High School is ranked #744 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Siegel High School often compared to?
Siegel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman High School, Oakland High School, Riverdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Siegel High School?
The graduation rate of Siegel High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Siegel High School?
1,910 students attend Siegel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Siegel High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Siegel High School offer ?
Siegel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Siegel High School part of?
Siegel High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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