Serving 635 students in grades Kindergarten-12, University School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: University School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Johnson City, TN, encompassing approximately 291.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles from the school to its edges and reaching up to 21 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University School's student population of 635 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
39 teachers
School Rankings
University School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University School is 0.35, 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
#117 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
80%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University School's ranking?
University School is ranked #117 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are University School often compared to?
University Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of University School?
The graduation rate of University School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend University School?
635 students attend University School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of University School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does University School offer ?
University School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University School part of?
University School is part of Washington County School District.
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