Serving 897 students in grades 9-12, Fulton High School ranks in the bottom 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Fulton High School's student population of 897 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fulton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fulton High School is 0.70, 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
#1633 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
36%
14%
Black
31%
21%
White
27%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulton High School's ranking?
Fulton High School is ranked #1633 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Fulton High School often compared to?
Fulton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fulton High School?
The graduation rate of Fulton High School is 76%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fulton High School?
897 students attend Fulton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Fulton High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fulton High School?
Fulton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fulton High School offer ?
Fulton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fulton High School part of?
Fulton High School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is Fulton High School located?
Fulton High School is located in the Oakwood neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakwood.
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