Serving 2,200 students in grades 9-12, Smyrna 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is 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 62% 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: 2,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smyrna High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smyrna High School's student population of 2,200 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smyrna 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 Smyrna High School is 0.71, 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
#1027 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
34%
14%
Black
18%
21%
White
38%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyrna High School's ranking?
Smyrna High School is ranked #1027 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Smyrna High School often compared to?
Smyrna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewarts Creek High School, Lavergne High School, Siegel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smyrna High School?
The graduation rate of Smyrna High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Smyrna High School?
2,200 students attend Smyrna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Smyrna High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smyrna High School?
Smyrna High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Smyrna High School offer ?
Smyrna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Smyrna High School part of?
Smyrna High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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