For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,253 students in Powell, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Powell, TN is Powell High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Powell, TN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Powell have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Powell, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Powell High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Powell, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2136 West Emory Rd
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-2171
Powell, TN 37849
(865) 938-2171
Gr: 9-12 | 1,253 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Powell, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Powell, TN include Powell High School.
How many public high schools are located in Powell?
1 public high schools are located in Powell.
What is the racial composition of students in Powell?
Powell public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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