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Oak Ridge High School

High School · Oak Ridge

1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Enrollment

1,586

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,160 of 1,786

In Oak Ridge

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Oak Ridge

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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5.8/10

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About Oak Ridge High School

Oak Ridge High School is a public high school in Oak Ridge, TN, part of Oak Ridge. Oak Ridge High School serves approximately 1,586 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Ridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,160 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Ridge High School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with TN schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Oak Ridge 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 Progress2.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation29.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,761
Chronic Absenteeism47.7%

Oak Ridge High School — Students at Oak Ridge High School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 66.6% (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
50%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
43.9%
ELA
57.9%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Oak Ridge High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
35th percentile in TN
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
4 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
29.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
4 boys'·2 girls'·7 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

1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Ridge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Oliver Springs High School (rated 6.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Oliver Springs), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hardin Valley Academy (rated 5.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Knoxville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oak Ridge, see our Oak Ridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARYS SCHOOL Oak Ridge 0.6 mi 7.5
Robertsville Middle School Oak Ridge 0.8 mi 5.9
Woodland Elementary Oak Ridge 1.1 mi 7.8
Willow Brook Elementary Oak Ridge 1.1 mi 7.5
Preschool Oak Ridge 1.4 mi 4.0
Jefferson Middle School Oak Ridge 2.0 mi 7.3
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge 2.4 mi
Grand Oaks Elementary Clinton 2.8 mi 7.9
Linden Elementary Oak Ridge 2.8 mi 9.3
Glenwood Elementary Oak Ridge 3.5 mi 8.4
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs 3.6 mi 6.7
Norwood Middle School Oliver Springs 3.7 mi 7.3
Dyllis Springs Elementary Oliver Springs 4.8 mi 8.8
Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs 5.0 mi 7.4
Oliver Springs High School Oliver Springs 5.0 mi 6.4
Hardin Valley Middle School Knoxville 7.0 mi 7.7
Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville 7.2 mi 8.1
Hardin Valley Academy Knoxville 7.1 mi 5.5
Dutch Valley Elementary Clinton 8.1 mi 6.9
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 7.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,795

Median Home Value

$234,500

Median Rent

$1,076/mo

Population

32,519

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Franklin Co High School Winchester, TN 5.8
Riverdale High School Murfreesboro, TN 5.8
Rossview High Clarksville, TN 5.8
Clinton High School Clinton, TN 5.7
Morristown East High Morristown, TN 5.7
Dyer County High School Newbern, TN 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Ridge High School

What grades does Oak Ridge High School serve?

Oak Ridge High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Oak Ridge High School?

Oak Ridge High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,586 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Ridge High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Ridge High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Ridge High School rank in TN?

Oak Ridge High School ranks #1,160 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oak Ridge High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Ridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Oak Ridge High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Ridge High School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oak Ridge High School a charter school?

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

Is Oak Ridge High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,586
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anderson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.7%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Oak Ridge
District Enrollment
5,002
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,761
District Rank
#7 of 8

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