Serving 1,233 students in grades 9-12, Lenoir City 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 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lenoir City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lenoir City High School's student population of 1,233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Lenoir City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lenoir City High School is 0.51, 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
#608 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
2%
21%
White
64%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lenoir City High School's ranking?
Lenoir City High School is ranked #608 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lenoir City High School often compared to?
Lenoir City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loudon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lenoir City High School?
The graduation rate of Lenoir City High School is 91%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lenoir City High School?
1,233 students attend Lenoir City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lenoir City High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lenoir City High School?
Lenoir City High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lenoir City High School offer ?
Lenoir City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lenoir City High School part of?
Lenoir City High School is part of Lenoir City School District.
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