Serving 302 students in grades 7-12, West Carroll Junior/senior 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 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Carroll Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 210.7 square miles in Atwood, TN. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.3 miles and the furthest edge located 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Carroll Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Carroll Junior/senior High School's student population of 302 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Carroll Junior/senior 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 West Carroll Junior/senior High School is 0.32, 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
#1450 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carroll Junior/senior High School's ranking?
West Carroll Junior/senior High School is ranked #1450 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Carroll Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Carroll Junior/senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend West Carroll Junior/senior High School?
302 students attend West Carroll Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Carroll Junior/senior High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does West Carroll Junior/senior High School offer ?
West Carroll Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Carroll Junior/senior High School part of?
West Carroll Junior/senior High School is part of West Carroll Special School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
West Carroll jr/sr High School is the BEST school in the whole state of Tennessee. I know this because i am a 8th grade student. I think that the oppertunitys at this school. The WC Band is the smallest in the world ,but just because we are small does not mean we don't ROCK!! I am a Flutist in the WC Band. Our football team is exeptionaly good. We have many clubs and teams that is for all ages and everyone enjoys them. The Cafatorium is HUGE and has a stage in the middle and 4 lunch lines. The Janitors keep the school very clean. The floors are washed once a day, not including being swept and waxed. The Parents get on there hands and knees to do anythng for us.
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