Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Unaka 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 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 284 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Unaka High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Elizabethton, TN, encompassing approximately 337.7 square miles. The zone generally extends out to 19.6 miles from the school, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes for families living within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Unaka High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Unaka 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 Unaka High School is 0.17, 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
#1129 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Park Ranger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unaka High School's ranking?
Unaka High School is ranked #1129 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Unaka High School?
The graduation rate of Unaka High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Unaka High School?
284 students attend Unaka High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Unaka High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Unaka High School offer ?
Unaka High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Unaka High School part of?
Unaka High School is part of Carter County School District.
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