Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Loretto 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loretto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Loretto High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Loretto 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 Loretto High School is 0.12, 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
#1021 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
3%
21%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
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 Loretto High School's ranking?
Loretto High School is ranked #1021 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Loretto High School often compared to?
Loretto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summertown High School, Lawrence Co High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loretto High School?
The graduation rate of Loretto High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Loretto High School?
471 students attend Loretto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Loretto High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Loretto High School?
Loretto High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Loretto High School offer ?
Loretto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Loretto High School part of?
Loretto High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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