Serving 1,475 students in grades 9-12, Beech Sr 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 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 29% of the student body (majority Black and 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: 1,475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beech Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Beech Sr High School's student population of 1,475 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beech Sr 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 Beech Sr High School is 0.47, 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
#424 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
13%
21%
White
71%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beech Sr High School's ranking?
Beech Sr High School is ranked #424 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Beech Sr High School often compared to?
Beech Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendersonville High School, Station Camp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beech Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Beech Sr High School is 92%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Beech Sr High School?
1,475 students attend Beech Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Beech Sr High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beech Sr High School?
Beech Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beech Sr High School offer ?
Beech Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beech Sr High School part of?
Beech Sr High School is part of Sumner County School District.
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