Serving 1,997 students in grades 9-12, Bearden 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 31% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 1,997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bearden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bearden High School's student population of 1,997 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bearden 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 Bearden High School is 0.44, 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
#454 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
7%
21%
White
74%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Bearden High School's ranking?
Bearden High School is ranked #454 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bearden High School often compared to?
Bearden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut High School, Hardin Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bearden High School?
The graduation rate of Bearden High School is 91%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bearden High School?
1,997 students attend Bearden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bearden High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bearden High School?
Bearden High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bearden High School offer ?
Bearden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bearden High School part of?
Bearden High School is part of Knox County School District.
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