Serving 265 students in grades 7-12, Copper Basin 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 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Copper Basin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Copper Basin High School's student population of 265 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Copper Basin 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 Copper Basin High School is 0.04, 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
#777 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
21%
White
98%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Basin High School's ranking?
Copper Basin High School is ranked #777 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Copper Basin High School often compared to?
Copper Basin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polk County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Copper Basin High School?
The graduation rate of Copper Basin High School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Copper Basin High School?
265 students attend Copper Basin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Copper Basin High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Copper Basin High School?
Copper Basin High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Copper Basin High School offer ?
Copper Basin High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Basin High School part of?
Copper Basin High School is part of Polk County School District.
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