Serving 1,146 students in grades 9-12, Tennessee High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tennessee High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bristol, TN, covering approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tennessee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tennessee High School's student population of 1,146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,146 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
73 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
Year Founded
1916
School Rankings
Tennessee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tennessee High School is 0.26, 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
#431 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
86%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tennessee High School's ranking?
Tennessee High School is ranked #431 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Tennessee High School often compared to?
Tennessee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dobyns - Bennett High School, Sullivan East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tennessee High School?
The graduation rate of Tennessee High School is 85%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Tennessee High School?
1,146 students attend Tennessee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Tennessee High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Tennessee High School offer ?
Tennessee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tennessee High School part of?
Tennessee High School is part of Bristol School District.
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