BEARDEN HIGH SCHOOL

Bearden High School is a public high school that is part of the Knox County school district, located in Knoxville, TN with about 2,126 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 117 teachers, Bearden High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Bearden High School, located on Kingston Pike in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a prominent public secondary institution within the Knox County Schools district. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its robust academic curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for higher education and professional careers. Beyond academics, Bearden is known for its strong sense of community spirit and a storied tradition of excellence in athletics, performing arts, and various extracurricular clubs that foster student engagement and personal development.

As one of the larger high schools in the region, Bearden High School serves as a hub for its surrounding community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous scholarship and holistic student growth. The campus facilities support a comprehensive educational experience, ranging from modern classrooms and laboratories to extensive athletic venues. With a focus on preparing students to be active, informed citizens, the school maintains a competitive environment that encourages high achievement while fostering the school's long-standing reputation as one of the hallmark educational institutions in the Knoxville area.

For more information, contact Bearden High School at (865) 539-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.