WILLIAM BLOUNT HIGH SCHOOL
William Blount High School is a public high school that is part of the Blount County school district, located in Maryville, TN with about 1,785 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 103 teachers, William Blount High School 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.
William Blount High School, located in Maryville, Tennessee, serves as a central educational hub for the Blount County school district. Known for its mascot, the Governors, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through college matriculation, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce. The institution places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to engage in rigorous coursework while balancing their studies with a variety of extracurricular opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, William Blount High School maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by an active athletic program, performing arts initiatives, and numerous student-led clubs. These activities are integral to the "Govs" identity, promoting school spirit, leadership, and community involvement. By blending traditional academic standards with diverse co-curricular experiences, the school strives to develop well-rounded students who are equipped to contribute meaningfully to their community and beyond.
For more information, contact William Blount High School at (865) 984-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Maryville, TN 37801
(865) 984-5500
http://www.wbgovs.com/govs/
WILLIAM BLOUNT HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Maryville, TN with about 1,785 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Blount County
- Total Students:
- 1,785
- Teachers:
- 103.3
- 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:
- Not 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 1,785 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WILLIAM BLOUNT HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.
- White
- 93.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.5%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.