HOUSTON CO HIGH SCHOOL

Houston Co High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Houston County school district, located in Erin, TN with about 418 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Houston Co High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Houston County High School, located in Erin, Tennessee, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Houston County School District. As a smaller, rural school, it is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to providing a supportive academic environment for its student body. The school focuses on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or enlisting in the military, by offering a traditional high school curriculum complemented by various extracurricular opportunities.

The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a sense of community and school spirit, which is characteristic of the rural educational landscape in Middle Tennessee. By maintaining a close-knit atmosphere, Houston County High School aims to ensure that students receive personalized attention from faculty and staff. Through its partnership with the district and local stakeholders, the school strives to uphold academic standards while providing the resources necessary for students to succeed in a changing global economy.

For more information, contact Houston Co High School at (931) 289-4447 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.