Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, South Doyle 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 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Doyle High School serves the southeast part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 76.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Doyle High School's student population of 925 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
925 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1991
Campus Size
Main Campus (Sophomore-Senior) Young Campus (Freshman Academy)
School Rankings
South Doyle 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 South Doyle High School is 0.49, 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
#1302 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Cherokees ('kees)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Doyle High School's ranking?
South Doyle High School is ranked #1302 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Doyle High School?
The graduation rate of South Doyle High School is 82%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend South Doyle High School?
925 students attend South Doyle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Doyle High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Doyle High School offer ?
South Doyle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Doyle High School part of?
South Doyle High School is part of Knox County School District.
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