Serving 613 students in grades Kindergarten-12, University School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
University School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University School is 0.32, 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
#85 out of 1761 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
82%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 University School's ranking?
University School is ranked #85 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are University School often compared to?
University Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of University School?
The graduation rate of University School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend University School?
613 students attend University School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of University School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University School?
University School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does University School offer ?
University School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University School part of?
University School is part of Washington County School District.
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