Serving 1,275 students in grades 9-12, Ooltewah 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ooltewah High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ooltewah High School's student population of 1,275 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Colors
Red
School Rankings
Ooltewah High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ooltewah High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#895 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
17%
21%
White
51%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Ooltewah High School's ranking?
Ooltewah High School is ranked #895 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Ooltewah High School often compared to?
Ooltewah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hamilton 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 31% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ooltewah High School?
The graduation rate of Ooltewah High School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ooltewah High School?
1,275 students attend Ooltewah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ooltewah High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ooltewah High School?
Ooltewah High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ooltewah High School offer ?
Ooltewah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ooltewah High School part of?
Ooltewah High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2021
Love Ooltewah High school! Great teachers and administrators and overall great atmosphere for my kids!
1 4/1/2020
I honestly think that this school Removed. The teachers are rude and ignore the kids who need help. My child has been struggling in his classes, and the teachers have failed to acknowledge him. They always turn to the smart kids and leave the ones who need help in the dark. They need to work on this.
5 4/27/2011
I am very satisfied with Ooltewah High School. The adminstrators treat the kids as their own. I'm saving money by not sending my child to private school. I know she is getting a well rounded education at this facility.
5 3/9/2007
I think that Ooltewah High School is a great school. The teachers are very concerned about the future of the kids. The principals run a tight ship. They are aware of everything that goes on.
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