Serving 609 students in grades 9-12, Unicoi Co 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unicoi Co High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Unicoi Co High School's student population of 609 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
51 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Unicoi Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Unicoi Co High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1187 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
86%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Unicoi Co High School's ranking?
Unicoi Co High School is ranked #1187 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Unicoi Co High School?
The graduation rate of Unicoi Co High School is 94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Unicoi Co High School?
609 students attend Unicoi Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Unicoi Co High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Unicoi Co High School offer ?
Unicoi Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Unicoi Co High School part of?
Unicoi Co High School is part of Unicoi County School District.
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