TENNESSEE HIGH SCHOOL
Tennessee High School is a public high school that is part of the Bristol school district, located in Bristol, TN with about 1,208 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 76 teachers, Tennessee High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Tennessee High School, located in Bristol, Tennessee, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools district. Steeped in a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and community pride, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive curriculum, which balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with robust career and technical education programs. As a central pillar of the local community, "The Viking" campus fosters a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue diverse interests, ranging from advanced placement academics to a wide array of extracurricular activities.
Beyond the classroom, Tennessee High School is highly recognized for its competitive athletic programs, award-winning fine arts departments, and active student organizations. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether through higher education or the workforce, by utilizing modern facilities and technology-integrated learning. By maintaining a strong connection to the historic Bristol community while looking toward future innovation, Tennessee High School remains a primary destination for families seeking a well-rounded and high-quality educational experience in the region.
For more information, contact Tennessee High School at (423) 652-9494 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bristol, TN 37620
(423) 652-9494
http://www.btcs.org
TENNESSEE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Bristol, TN with about 1,208 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Bristol
- Total Students:
- 1,208
- Teachers:
- 76.6
- 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 1,208 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TENNESSEE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 89.8%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- Black or African American
- 3.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.7%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
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.