Serving 1,146 students in grades 9-12, Daniel Boone 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 21% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daniel Boone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Daniel Boone High School's student population of 1,146 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniel Boone 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 Daniel Boone High School is 0.13, 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
#793 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
93%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel Boone High School's ranking?
Daniel Boone High School is ranked #793 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Daniel Boone High School often compared to?
Daniel Boone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Crockett High School, Science Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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 Daniel Boone High School?
The graduation rate of Daniel Boone High School is 93%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Daniel Boone High School?
1,146 students attend Daniel Boone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Daniel Boone High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniel Boone High School?
Daniel Boone High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Daniel Boone High School offer ?
Daniel Boone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Daniel Boone High School part of?
Daniel Boone High School is part of Washington County School District.
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