Serving 442 students in grades 9-12, Tellico Plains 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 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tellico Plains High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tellico Plains High School's student population of 442 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tellico Plains 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 Tellico Plains High School is 0.13, 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
#947 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Tellico Plains High School's ranking?
Tellico Plains High School is ranked #947 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Tellico Plains High School often compared to?
Tellico Plains High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoyah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tellico Plains High School?
The graduation rate of Tellico Plains High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tellico Plains High School?
442 students attend Tellico Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tellico Plains High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tellico Plains High School?
Tellico Plains High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tellico Plains High School offer ?
Tellico Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tellico Plains High School part of?
Tellico Plains High School is part of Monroe County School District.
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