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Alcoa High School

High School · Alcoa

1205 Lodge ST, Alcoa, TN 37701

Enrollment

701

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#745 of 1,786

In Alcoa

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Alcoa

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

High School in Alcoa · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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9.3/10

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About Alcoa High School

Alcoa High School is a public high school in Alcoa, TN, part of Alcoa. Alcoa High School serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcoa High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Alcoa High School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above TN schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+11.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation14.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,177
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Alcoa High School — Students at Alcoa High School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
50.4%
ELA
59.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.8/10.

How Alcoa High School Compares

See how Alcoa High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TN
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
14.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1205 Lodge ST, Alcoa, TN 37701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alcoa High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alcoa Intermediate School (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Sevier Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Foothills Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alcoa, see our Alcoa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Alcoa Middle School Alcoa 0.2 mi 7.4
Alcoa Intermediate School Alcoa 0.2 mi 9.3
Alcoa Elementary Alcoa 0.5 mi 8.5
Samuel Everett School of Innovation Maryville 2.1 mi 6.5
Maryville Virtual School Maryville 2.5 mi
Eagleton College and Career Academy Maryville 2.3 mi 5.9
Maryville High School Maryville 2.8 mi 7.3
Coulter Grove Intermediate School Maryville 2.6 mi 8.6
CLAYTON-BRADLEY ACADEMY Maryville 2.6 mi 6.7
Sam Houston Elementary Maryville 3.0 mi 8.7
John Sevier Elementary Maryville 2.6 mi 9.3
Maryville Junior High School Maryville 3.3 mi 5.9
Rockford Elementary Rockford 3.3 mi 5.7
Middlesettlements Louisville 3.1 mi 7.7
Montgomery Ridge Intermediate School Maryville 4.3 mi 8.1
Foothills Elementary Maryville 4.4 mi 9.1
LITTLE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Louisville 4.5 mi 6.4
Eagleton Elementary Maryville 3.8 mi 5.6
Mary Blount Elementary Maryville 4.1 mi 6.2
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 4.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,202

Median Home Value

$239,600

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

9,608

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

66.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Dyersburg High School Dyersburg, TN 6.8
Fairview High School Fairview, TN 6.8
HARPETH HALL SCHOOL Nashville, TN 6.8
Loudon High School Loudon, TN 6.8
Polk County High School Benton, TN 6.8
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute Jamestown, TN 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alcoa High School

What grades does Alcoa High School serve?

Alcoa High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Alcoa High School?

Alcoa High School has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcoa High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alcoa High School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alcoa High School rank in TN?

Alcoa High School ranks #745 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Alcoa High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alcoa High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alcoa High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alcoa High School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Alcoa High School a charter school?

No, Alcoa High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alcoa High School a Title I school?

No, Alcoa High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Blount County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Alcoa
District Enrollment
2,201
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,177
District Rank
#4 of 4

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