For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 918 students in 38544, TN.
The top ranked public high school in 38544, TN is Upperman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 38544 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38544, TN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38544 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Upperman High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38544, TN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Upperman High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6950 Nashville Hwy
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3112
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3112
Grades: 9-12
| 918 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 38544, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in 38544, TN include Upperman High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38544?
1 public high schools are located in 38544.
What is the racial composition of students in 38544?
38544 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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