Serving 2,194 students in grades 9-12, Blackman 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 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Blackman High School's student population of 2,194 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackman 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 Blackman High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#635 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
22%
21%
White
53%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Blackman High School's ranking?
Blackman High School is ranked #635 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Blackman High School often compared to?
Blackman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale High School, Siegel High School, Oakland 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackman High School?
The graduation rate of Blackman High School is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Blackman High School?
2,194 students attend Blackman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Blackman High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackman High School?
Blackman High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackman High School offer ?
Blackman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blackman High School part of?
Blackman High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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