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#809 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 45% in state

Sequoyah High School

High School · Hamilton County

9517 W Ridge Trail RD, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#809 of 1,786

In Soddy Daisy

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#47 of 80

Hamilton County

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Sequoyah High School

6.7/10

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

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8.1/10

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About Sequoyah High School

Sequoyah High School is a public high school in Soddy Daisy, TN, part of Hamilton County. Sequoyah High School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoyah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #809 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Sequoyah High School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • TN avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Sequoyah High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-30.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,785
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Sequoyah High School — Students at Sequoyah High School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 25.1% (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
22%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
28.3%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Sequoyah High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in TN
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Programs & Offerings

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

9517 W Ridge Trail RD, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequoyah High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ivy Academy Inc. (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Soddy Daisy High School (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hixson High School (rated 5.7/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Hixson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Soddy Daisy, see our Soddy Daisy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Daisy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 0.7 mi 8.1
Soddy Daisy High School Soddy Daisy 0.8 mi 6.1
Allen Elementary School Soddy Daisy 1.0 mi 8.0
Ivy Academy's Skillern Elementary Soddy Daisy 1.8 mi 8.5
Soddy Daisy Middle School Soddy Daisy 2.3 mi 6.3
McConnell Elementary School Hixson 2.4 mi 7.6
Loftis Middle School Hixson 2.5 mi 7.4
MIDDLE VALLEY ACADEMY Hixson 2.5 mi
Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson 3.0 mi 7.5
Ivy Academy Inc. Soddy Daisy 3.2 mi 7.1
Soddy Elementary School Soddy Daisy 4.3 mi 8.4
Hixson High School Hixson 6.1 mi 5.7
Hixson Middle School Hixson 6.2 mi 7.5
Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson 7.3 mi 7.2
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hixson 7.3 mi
Hixson Elementary School Hixson 7.2 mi 7.6
Snow Hill Elementary School Ooltewah 6.9 mi 6.8
BEREAN ACADEMY Hixson 7.6 mi 5.1
North Hamilton County Elementary School Sale Creek 8.4 mi 8.8
Brown Middle School Harrison 8.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,525

Median Home Value

$277,600

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

29,002

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

45.3

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FRANKLIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Franklin, TN 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequoyah High School

What grades does Sequoyah High School serve?

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

How many students attend Sequoyah High School?

Sequoyah High School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah High School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sequoyah High School rank in TN?

Sequoyah High School ranks #809 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Sequoyah High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequoyah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Sequoyah High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoyah High School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sequoyah High School a charter school?

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

Is Sequoyah High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
222
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

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

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