Serving 769 students in grades 9-12, Carter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Carter High School's student population of 769 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
769 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carter High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
7%
21%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter High School's ranking?
Carter High School is ranked #1044 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Carter High School often compared to?
Carter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearden High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carter High School?
The graduation rate of Carter High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Carter High School?
769 students attend Carter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Carter High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter High School?
Carter High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carter High School offer ?
Carter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter High School part of?
Carter High School is part of Knox County School District.
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