For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 663 students in Bolivar, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Bolivar, TN is Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bolivar, TN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Bolivar have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Bolivar, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Bolivar, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
313 Harris St
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3151
Bolivar, TN 38008
(731) 658-3151
Gr: 9-12 | 663 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Bolivar, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Bolivar, TN include Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Bolivar?
1 public high schools are located in Bolivar.
What is the racial composition of students in Bolivar?
Bolivar public high schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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