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#1449 of 1,786 schools in TN

Haywood High School

High School · Haywood County

1175 E College, Brownsville, TN 38012

Enrollment

776

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,449 of 1,786

In Brownsville

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Haywood County

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Haywood High School

4.9/10

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

Haywood County Virtual Academy

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About Haywood High School

Haywood High School is a public high school in Brownsville, TN, part of Haywood County. Haywood High School serves approximately 776 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Haywood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,449 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Haywood High School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below TN schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Haywood High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-32.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.8 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation6.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,014
Chronic Absenteeism35.2%

Haywood High School — Students at Haywood High School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
3%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
14%
2025
Math
7%
ELA
24%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Haywood High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
19th percentile in TN
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.7/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
6.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

1175 E College, Brownsville, TN 38012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haywood High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Halls High School (rated 5.9/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Halls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Crockett County High School (rated 5.2/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Alamo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ripley High School (rated 4.2/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Ripley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Haywood County Virtual Academy Brownsville 0.7 mi
East Side Elementary Brownsville 0.8 mi 5.9
Anderson Early Childhood Brownsville 1.4 mi 8.1
Haywood Elementary Brownsville 1.4 mi 4.6
Haywood Middle School Brownsville 1.9 mi 5.2
Sunny Hill Intermediate School Brownsville 3.8 mi 7.8
Bells Elementary Bells 12.2 mi 8.8
Maury City Elementary Maury City 14.9 mi 8.8
Crockett County High School Alamo 14.5 mi 5.2
Crockett County Middle School Alamo 14.7 mi 7.0
CROCKETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maury City 15.3 mi
Alamo Elementary Alamo 14.8 mi 8.9
Denmark Elementary Denmark 15.8 mi 4.6
Gadsden Elementary Gadsden 17.7 mi 9.3
Friendship Elementary Friendship 20.3 mi 6.4
Whiteville Elementary Whiteville 20.3 mi 5.8
Halls High School Halls 21.2 mi 5.9
Halls Junior High School Halls 21.2 mi 7.2
Ripley High School Ripley 18.8 mi 4.2
Halls Elementary School Halls 21.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,485

Median Home Value

$129,800

Median Rent

$727/mo

Population

13,079

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

43

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Memphis School of Excellence Memphis, TN 4.9
Cumberland County High School Crossville, TN 5.0
Macon County High School Lafayette, TN 5.0
Marion Co High School Jasper, TN 5.0
Stewart Co High School Dover, TN 5.0
Tyner Academy Chattanooga, TN 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haywood High School

What grades does Haywood High School serve?

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

How many students attend Haywood High School?

Haywood High School has an enrollment of approximately 776 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Haywood High School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haywood High School rank in TN?

Haywood High School ranks #1,449 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Haywood High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Haywood High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Haywood High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haywood High School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Haywood High School a charter school?

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

Is Haywood High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Haywood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.2%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Haywood County
District Enrollment
2,574
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,014
District Rank
#5 of 6

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