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Tennessee High School

High School · Bristol

1112 Edgemont, Bristol, TN 37620

Enrollment

1,179

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,236 of 1,786

In Bristol

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Bristol

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Tennessee High School

5.5/10

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

Bristol Tennessee Middle School

6.7/10

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7.6/10

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About Tennessee High School

Tennessee High School is a public high school in Bristol, TN, part of Bristol. Tennessee High School serves approximately 1,179 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tennessee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,236 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Tennessee High School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation9.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,440
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Tennessee High School — Students at Tennessee High School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 28 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
62%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2015
ELA
36%
2016
ELA
45%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
41%
2025
Math
42.1%
ELA
48.8%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Tennessee High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in TN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
9.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·9 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

1112 Edgemont, Bristol, TN 37620

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tennessee High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tennessee Online Public School (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Virginia High (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sullivan East High School (rated 5.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Bluff City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bristol Tennessee Middle School Bristol 0.3 mi 6.7
Tennessee Online Public School Bristol 0.5 mi 7.6
Tennessee Online Public School at Bristol Bristol 0.5 mi
Anderson Elementary Bristol 0.5 mi 6.7
TENNESSEE AVENUE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bristol 0.6 mi 6.6
Haynesfield Elementary Bristol 0.7 mi 7.7
Fairmount Elementary Bristol 0.9 mi 7.3
Virginia Middle Bristol 1.6 mi 6.5
ST ANNES SCHOOL Bristol 1.8 mi 5.5
MINNICK SCHOOL - BRISTOL Bristol 1.8 mi
Stonewall Jackson Elementary Bristol 1.7 mi 5.1
Washington-Lee Elementary Bristol 2.1 mi 7.4
Highland View Elementary Bristol 2.1 mi 5.9
Virginia High Bristol 2.3 mi 6.1
MORRISON SCHOOL Bristol 2.4 mi 6.2
Holston View Elementary Bristol 2.3 mi 8.7
Joseph Van Pelt Elementary Bristol 3.7 mi 6.1
High Point Elementary Bristol 4.6 mi 8.6
Avoca Elementary Bristol 4.9 mi 8.0
Sullivan East High School Bluff City 5.5 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,908

Median Home Value

$175,500

Median Rent

$809/mo

Population

38,330

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

44.7

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School Rating
Brainerd High School Chattanooga, TN 5.5
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Creek Wood High School Charlotte, TN 5.5
Forrest School Chapel Hill, TN 5.5
Sequoyah High School Madisonville, TN 5.5
Springfield High School Springfield, TN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tennessee High School

What grades does Tennessee High School serve?

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

How many students attend Tennessee High School?

Tennessee High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,179 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Tennessee High School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tennessee High School rank in TN?

Tennessee High School ranks #1,236 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Tennessee High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tennessee High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Tennessee High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tennessee High School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tennessee High School a charter school?

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

Is Tennessee High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,179
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

District

Bristol
District Enrollment
4,082
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,440
District Rank
#8 of 8

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