UPPERMAN HIGH SCHOOL
Upperman High School is a public high school that is part of the Putnam County school district, located in Baxter, TN with about 697 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Upperman 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.
Upperman High School, located in Baxter, Tennessee, serves as a central pillar of the Putnam County School District. Known for its strong community spirit and its mascot, the "Bees," the school provides a comprehensive secondary education curriculum designed to prepare students for both collegiate pursuits and career readiness. The campus fosters a supportive environment that emphasizes academic achievement, personal growth, and active participation in extracurricular activities, including a wide array of varsity sports and student-led clubs.
Beyond its academic focus, Upperman High is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of the Baxter community. The school is frequently recognized for its competitive spirit in athletics and its commitment to tradition, helping to create a strong sense of pride among its students, faculty, and alumni. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with opportunities for leadership and social development, the institution remains dedicated to fostering a well-rounded educational experience that empowers students to succeed in their post-secondary endeavors.
For more information, contact Upperman High School at (931) 858-3112 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Baxter, TN 38544
(931) 858-3112
UPPERMAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Baxter, TN with about 697 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Putnam County
- Total Students:
- 697
- Teachers:
- 39
- 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 697 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending UPPERMAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 93.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
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.