Serving 1,513 students in grades 9-12, William Blount High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Blount High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
William Blount High School's student population of 1,513 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Mascot
Governors
School Rankings
William Blount High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Blount High School is 0.22, 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
#684 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Governors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Blount High School's ranking?
William Blount High School is ranked #684 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are William Blount High School often compared to?
William Blount High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Maryville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Blount High School?
The graduation rate of William Blount High School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend William Blount High School?
1,513 students attend William Blount High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of William Blount High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Blount High School?
William Blount High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Blount High School offer ?
William Blount High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Blount High School part of?
William Blount High School is part of Blount County School District.
School Reviews
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