Serving 337 students in grades 9-12, Whitwell 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitwell High School's student population of 337 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitwell 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 Whitwell High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1007 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitwell High School's ranking?
Whitwell High School is ranked #1007 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Whitwell High School often compared to?
Whitwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion Co High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitwell High School?
The graduation rate of Whitwell High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Whitwell High School?
337 students attend Whitwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Whitwell High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitwell High School?
Whitwell High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Whitwell High School offer ?
Whitwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitwell High School part of?
Whitwell High School is part of Marion County School District.
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