Serving 630 students in grades 9-12, Roane County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roane County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Roane County High School's student population of 630 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Roane County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roane County High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roane County High School's ranking?
Roane County High School is ranked #747 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Roane County High School often compared to?
Roane County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midway High School, Harriman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roane County High School?
The graduation rate of Roane County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Roane County High School?
630 students attend Roane County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Roane County High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roane County High School?
Roane County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Roane County High School offer ?
Roane County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roane County High School part of?
Roane County High School is part of Roane County School District.
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