Serving 477 students in grades 9-12, Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute 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 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute's student population of 477 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute 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 Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute is 0.10, 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
#745 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
95%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute's ranking?
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute is ranked #745 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute often compared to?
Alvin C. York Agricultural Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkrange High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute?
The graduation rate of Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute?
477 students attend Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute?
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute offer ?
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute part of?
Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute is part of Alvin C. York Agricultural Institute School District.
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