Serving 277 students in grades 9-12, Wayne County 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Wayne County High School's student population of 277 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayne County 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 Wayne County High School is 0.10, 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
#849 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
21%
White
95%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne County High School's ranking?
Wayne County High School is ranked #849 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne County High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wayne County High School?
277 students attend Wayne County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Wayne County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayne County High School?
Wayne County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne County High School offer ?
Wayne County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wayne County High School part of?
Wayne County High School is part of Wayne County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
Wayne County High School has a WONDERFUL Faculty and staff. I would recommend this school for snyone who doesn't mind going to a public school. This is my second year at Wayne County High and I thisk it is a wonderful school.
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