Serving 730 students in grades 9-12, Whites Creek 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whites Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Whites Creek High School's student population of 730 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The Creek is Rising!
School Rankings
Whites Creek 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 Whites Creek High School is 0.36, 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
#1677 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
79%
20%
White
7%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whites Creek High School's ranking?
Whites Creek High School is ranked #1677 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Whites Creek High School often compared to?
Whites Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hume - Fogg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whites Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Whites Creek High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Whites Creek High School?
730 students attend Whites Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Whites Creek High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Whites Creek High School offer ?
Whites Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whites Creek High School part of?
Whites Creek High School is part of Davidson County School District.
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