Best 37871 Tennessee Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 804 students in 37871, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 37871, TN are Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37871 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37871, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37871 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carter High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best 37871, TN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3081 West Old Aj Hwy
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 397-0780
Gr: 5-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Carter High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
210 N Carter School Rd
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3434
Gr: 9-12 | 749 students Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 37871, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 37871, TN include Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 37871?
2 public high schools are located in 37871.
What is the racial composition of students in 37871?
37871 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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