MORRISTOWN WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Morristown West High is a public high school that is part of the Hamblen County school district, located in Morristown, TN with about 1,560 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 87 teachers, Morristown West High has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Morristown-Hamblen High School West, commonly known as Morristown West, is a public secondary school located in Morristown, Tennessee, serving students in grades 9 through 12. As a key institution within the Hamblen County Department of Education, the school is well-known for its "Trojan" mascot and its commitment to fostering both academic achievement and extracurricular involvement. The school provides a comprehensive curriculum that includes college preparatory courses, career and technical education programs, and various opportunities for students to engage in athletics and fine arts, all aimed at preparing them for post-secondary success.
Situated on Trojan Trail, the school serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing a tradition of school spirit and student development. Beyond the classroom, Morristown West offers a diverse range of clubs, organizations, and competitive sports teams that encourage leadership and collaboration among the student body. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a supportive environment, the school strives to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
For more information, contact Morristown West High at (423) 581-1600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Morristown, TN 37813
(423) 581-1600
MORRISTOWN WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Morristown, TN with about 1,560 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hamblen County
- Total Students:
- 1,560
- Teachers:
- 87
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,560 students
- White
- 68.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.9%
- Two or more races
- 5.4%
- Black or African American
- 3.3%
- Asian
- 1.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.