Serving 1,193 students in grades 9-12, East Hamilton 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hamilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Hamilton High School's student population of 1,193 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Hamilton 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 East Hamilton High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#561 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
21%
21%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hamilton High School's ranking?
East Hamilton High School is ranked #561 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Hamilton High School often compared to?
East Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah 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 28% TN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of East Hamilton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Hamilton High School?
1,193 students attend East Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East Hamilton High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hamilton High School?
East Hamilton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Hamilton High School offer ?
East Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Hamilton High School part of?
East Hamilton High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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