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Hixson High School

High School · Hamilton County

5705 Middle Valley RD, Hixson, TN 37343

Enrollment

887

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,183 of 1,786

In Hixson

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#56 of 80

Hamilton County

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5.7/10

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About Hixson High School

Hixson High School is a public high school in Hixson, TN, part of Hamilton County. Hixson High School serves approximately 887 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hixson High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,183 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hixson High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Hixson 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 Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
College Readiness4.9Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation13%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Hixson High School — Students at Hixson High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.3% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
30.7%
ELA
46.1%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Hixson High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in TN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
0 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
13% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
0 boys'·4 girls'·6 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

5705 Middle Valley RD, Hixson, TN 37343

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hixson High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STEM School Chattanooga (rated 9.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Chattanooga), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Chattanooga), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ivy Academy Inc. (rated 7.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Soddy Daisy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hixson, see our Hixson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Hixson Middle School Hixson 0.1 mi 7.5
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 1.6 mi
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 1.4 mi 7.6
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 1.7 mi 7.2
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 1.8 mi 5.1
Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson 3.1 mi 7.5
DuPont Elementary School Chattanooga 3.3 mi 7.1
Alpine Crest Elementary School Chattanooga 3.3 mi 7.1
Hamilton County Collegiate High at Chattanooga State Chattanooga 3.8 mi 8.2
MIDDLE VALLEY ACADEMY Hixson 3.6 mi
STEM School Chattanooga Chattanooga 3.9 mi 9.7
ST JUDE SCHOOL Chattanooga 3.6 mi 6.9
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Chattanooga 3.8 mi 7.8
Ivy Academy Inc. Soddy Daisy 4.6 mi 7.1
Rivermont Elementary School Chattanooga 4.7 mi 7.8
Loftis Middle School Hixson 4.5 mi 7.4
Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts Chattanooga 5.0 mi 6.8
McConnell Elementary School Hixson 4.7 mi 7.6
Red Bank High School Chattanooga 5.2 mi 4.4
Red Bank Middle School Chattanooga 5.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,177

Median Home Value

$275,300

Median Rent

$1,258/mo

Population

44,572

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hixson High School

What grades does Hixson High School serve?

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

How many students attend Hixson High School?

Hixson High School has an enrollment of approximately 887 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hixson High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hixson High School rank in TN?

Hixson High School ranks #1,183 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hixson High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hixson High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Hixson High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hixson High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hixson High School a charter school?

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

Is Hixson High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
887
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Hamilton County
District Enrollment
45,790
Schools in District
81
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,785
District Rank
#56 of 80

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