Serving 705 students in grades 9-12, Alcoa High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcoa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Alcoa High School's student population of 705 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcoa High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alcoa High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
13%
21%
White
61%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcoa High School's ranking?
Alcoa High School is ranked #428 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alcoa High School often compared to?
Alcoa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maryville High School, William Blount High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alcoa High School?
The graduation rate of Alcoa High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alcoa High School?
705 students attend Alcoa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Alcoa High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcoa High School?
Alcoa High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alcoa High School offer ?
Alcoa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alcoa High School part of?
Alcoa High School is part of Alcoa School District.
School Reviews
5 6/2/2023
Both my boys started out in the Blount County school system for the first 4 yrs of school. We paid tuition for our oldest to go to Alcoa and ended up having to move into the City to get our youngest in the system. They both came into the Alcoa school system behind in reading, but within 2 years in the Alcoa system, they were both brought up to their grade level in reading. We have been very pleased with the education our boys have received at Alcoa. Our oldest son has now graduated from UT and our youngest will be a junior at AHS next year. Excellent school system!!!
5 10/29/2016
I've had at least one student in Alcoa City Schools for the past 10 years, from the elementary school to the high school. The school system is second to none! We moved to the City of Alcoa to guarantee our children would be able to attend Alcoa City schools, not having to worry about waiting lists and tuition. The smaller size of the school system was the first to draw us to the school district. Before moving, we visited the high school unannounced while classes were changing, and were incredibly impressed with the student conduct and teacher interaction. There is none other so impressive as the new high school that opened in 2015 to include the best in advanced technology. Of course, the rich heritage in athletics drew us as well. Generations of families continue to attend Alcoa which tells me, once you become a part of the Alcoa Tornado family, you never want to leave. I'm thankful every school year that we made the decision to move to this school system.
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