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Oliver Springs High School

High School · Roane County

317 Roane ST, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

Enrollment

284

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#937 of 1,786

In Oliver Springs

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#12 of 18

Roane County

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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6.4/10

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About Oliver Springs High School

Oliver Springs High School is a public high school in Oliver Springs, TN, part of Roane County. Oliver Springs High School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliver Springs High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #937 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oliver Springs High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation1.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism27.1%

Oliver Springs High School — Students at Oliver Springs High School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
44.5%
2025
Math
40%
ELA
49.2%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Oliver Springs High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
8
3 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
1.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
3 boys'·5 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

317 Roane ST, Oliver Springs, TN 37840

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oliver Springs High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Linden Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Ridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dyllis Springs Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Oak Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oliver Springs, see our Oliver Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Oliver Springs Middle Oliver Springs 0.0 mi 7.4
Norwood Middle School Oliver Springs 1.4 mi 7.3
Norwood Elementary Oliver Springs 1.5 mi 6.7
Dyllis Springs Elementary Oliver Springs 2.3 mi 8.8
Linden Elementary Oak Ridge 3.5 mi 9.3
MOUNT PISGAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oliver Springs 3.9 mi 6.7
Willow Brook Elementary Oak Ridge 4.2 mi 7.5
Robertsville Middle School Oak Ridge 4.5 mi 5.9
Coalfield School Coalfield 4.4 mi 6.9
Oak Ridge High School Oak Ridge 5.0 mi 5.8
Preschool Oak Ridge 5.7 mi 4.0
ST MARYS SCHOOL Oak Ridge 5.5 mi 7.5
Woodland Elementary Oak Ridge 6.0 mi 7.8
Grand Oaks Elementary Clinton 5.9 mi 7.9
Petros Joyner Elementary Oliver Springs 6.4 mi 4.7
Jefferson Middle School Oak Ridge 6.7 mi 7.3
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF OAK RIDGE Oak Ridge 6.7 mi
Glenwood Elementary Oak Ridge 7.3 mi 8.4
Dutch Valley Elementary Clinton 9.7 mi 6.9
Hardin Valley Elementary Knoxville 11.7 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,064

Median Home Value

$185,100

Median Rent

$630/mo

Population

10,402

College Educated

15.6%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

41.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bradford High School Bradford, TN 6.4
THE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF MEMPHIS Memphis, TN 6.4
Mt Pleasant High School Mt. Pleasant, TN 6.5
Collinwood High School Collinwood, TN 6.3
Perry County High School Linden, TN 6.3
Hancock High School Sneedville, TN 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oliver Springs High School

What grades does Oliver Springs High School serve?

Oliver Springs High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Oliver Springs High School?

Oliver Springs High School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliver Springs High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oliver Springs High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oliver Springs High School rank in TN?

Oliver Springs High School ranks #937 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oliver Springs High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oliver Springs High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Oliver Springs High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliver Springs High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oliver Springs High School a charter school?

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

Is Oliver Springs High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.1%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

Roane County
District Enrollment
6,318
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,003
District Rank
#12 of 18

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