Serving 1,674 students in grades 9-12, Beech Sr 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 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 1,674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beech Sr High School's student population of 1,674 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beech Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beech Sr High School is 0.42, 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
#616 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
13%
21%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beech Sr High School's ranking?
Beech Sr High School is ranked #616 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Beech Sr High School often compared to?
Beech Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hendersonville High School, Station Camp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beech Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Beech Sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Beech Sr High School?
1,674 students attend Beech Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Beech Sr High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beech Sr High School?
Beech Sr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beech Sr High School offer ?
Beech Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beech Sr High School part of?
Beech Sr High School is part of Sumner County School District.
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