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#242 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 14% in state

Sale Creek Middle / High School

High School · Hamilton County

211 Patterson RD, Sale Creek, TN 37373

Enrollment

562

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#242 of 1,786

In Sale Creek

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#16 of 80

Hamilton County

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Sale Creek Middle / High School

8.2/10

High School in Sale Creek · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sale Creek Middle / High School

Sale Creek Middle / High School is a public high school in Sale Creek, TN, part of Hamilton County. Sale Creek Middle / High School serves approximately 562 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sale Creek Middle / High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sale Creek Middle / High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Sale Creek Middle / High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+13.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness9.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Sale Creek Middle / High School — Students at Sale Creek Middle / High School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 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
32%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
33.2%
2025
Math
52.9%
ELA
39.3%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Sale Creek Middle / High School Compares

See how Sale Creek Middle / High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
87th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

211 Patterson RD, Sale Creek, TN 37373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sale Creek Middle / High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ivy Academy Inc. (rated 7.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Soddy Daisy), a more accessible option. Another option is Sequoyah High School (rated 6.7/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Soddy Daisy), a more accessible option. Additionally, Soddy Daisy High School (rated 6.1/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Soddy Daisy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sale Creek, see our Sale Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.0 mi
School Distance Rating
North Hamilton County Elementary School Sale Creek 2.8 mi 8.8
Graysville Elementary School Dayton 5.1 mi 7.0
Soddy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 7.1 mi 8.4
Dayton City Elementary Dayton 8.7 mi 7.3
RHEA COUNTY ACADEMY Dayton 8.8 mi 5.8
Soddy Daisy Middle School Soddy Daisy 9.1 mi 6.3
Rhea Central Elementary Dayton 9.2 mi 8.4
Allen Elementary School Soddy Daisy 10.4 mi 8.0
Sequoyah High School Soddy Daisy 11.1 mi 6.7
Daisy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 11.1 mi 8.1
Soddy Daisy High School Soddy Daisy 11.1 mi 6.1
Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary Soddy Daisy 11.0 mi 8.5
Cecil B Rigsby Elementary Pikeville 13.1 mi 8.0
Frazier Elementary Dayton 11.5 mi 5.7
McConnell Elementary School Hixson 13.2 mi 7.6
Loftis Middle School Hixson 13.3 mi 7.4
Ivy Academy Inc. Soddy Daisy 13.0 mi 7.1
MIDDLE VALLEY ACADEMY Hixson 13.6 mi
Snow Hill Elementary School Ooltewah 14.2 mi 6.8
Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson 14.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,306

Median Home Value

$295,800

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Population

2,949

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

86.3%

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

48.9

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School Rating
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Richland School Lynnville, TN 8.3
Memphis Rise Academy Memphis, TN 8.0
THE WEBB SCHOOL Bell Buckle, TN 8.0
MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis, TN 7.9
Seymour High School Seymour, TN 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sale Creek Middle / High School

What grades does Sale Creek Middle / High School serve?

Sale Creek Middle / High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Sale Creek Middle / High School?

Sale Creek Middle / High School has an enrollment of approximately 562 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sale Creek Middle / High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sale Creek Middle / 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 Sale Creek Middle / High School rank in TN?

Sale Creek Middle / High School ranks #242 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sale Creek Middle / High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sale Creek Middle / High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Sale Creek Middle / High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sale Creek Middle / High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sale Creek Middle / High School a charter school?

No, Sale Creek Middle / High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sale Creek Middle / High School a Title I school?

No, Sale Creek Middle / High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
562
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

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

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