Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Jellico 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jellico High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jellico High School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jellico High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jellico High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
97%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jellico High School's ranking?
Jellico High School is ranked #1161 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jellico High School often compared to?
Jellico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell County Comprehensive High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jellico High School?
The graduation rate of Jellico High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jellico High School?
297 students attend Jellico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jellico High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jellico High School?
Jellico High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jellico High School offer ?
Jellico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jellico High School part of?
Jellico High School is part of Campbell County School District.
School Reviews
1 8/6/2019
Overall a terrible school there are good teachers but the overall condition of the school is terrible
5 11/9/2010
its an overall good school. It might be a low student to teach ratio but its just better because teachers can work with their students individually. The sports programs are great and they offer a variety.They also offer a variety of extracurricular activities such as art and music to name a few.
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