Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Oliver Springs High School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Oliver Springs High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oliver Springs 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 Oliver Springs High School is 0.12, 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
#674 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Oliver Springs High School's ranking?
Oliver Springs High School is ranked #674 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oliver Springs High School often compared to?
Oliver Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Springs Middle School, Midway High School, Roane County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Oliver Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Oliver Springs High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Oliver Springs High School?
284 students attend Oliver Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Oliver Springs High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Springs High School?
Oliver Springs High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oliver Springs High School offer ?
Oliver Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oliver Springs High School part of?
Oliver Springs High School is part of Roane County School District.
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