SCIENCE HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Science Hill High School is a public high school that is part of the Johnson City school district, located in Johnson City, TN with about 2,227 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 138 teachers, Science Hill High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Science Hill High School, located in Johnson City, Tennessee, is the flagship secondary institution of the Johnson City Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for offering a comprehensive academic program that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities with local colleges, and specialized Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways. The school’s mission emphasizes preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.
Beyond its rigorous academic environment, Science Hill is known for its robust extracurricular culture, boasting a competitive athletic program and a variety of student organizations, including award-winning fine arts departments, robotics clubs, and community service groups. As a central hub for the Johnson City community, the school fosters a traditional "Hilltopper" spirit that prioritizes school pride and student engagement. By balancing a high standard of academic excellence with ample opportunities for personal growth, Science Hill continues to be a cornerstone of the regional educational landscape.
For more information, contact Science Hill High School at (423) 232-2190 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 232-2190
http://www.jcschools.org
SCIENCE HILL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Johnson City, TN with about 2,227 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Johnson City
- Total Students:
- 2,227
- Teachers:
- 138.7
- 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 2,227 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SCIENCE HILL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 73.0%
- Black or African American
- 11.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.0%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.0%
- Female
- 50.5%
- Male
- 49.5%
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.