GATLINBURG PITTMAN HIGH SCHOOL

Gatlinburg Pittman High is a public high school that is part of the Sevier County school district, located in Gatlinburg, TN with about 588 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, Gatlinburg Pittman High 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.

Gatlinburg-Pittman High School, located in the scenic mountain town of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, serves as a cornerstone of the Sevier County School System. Known as the home of the Highlanders, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its strong school spirit and academic commitment. The campus provides a traditional comprehensive high school experience, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and academic programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond its academic offerings, Gatlinburg-Pittman High School is noted for its focus on character development and community involvement. Given its unique location near the Great Smoky Mountains, the school often incorporates the spirit and culture of East Tennessee into its identity. With a dedicated faculty and a range of clubs, sports teams, and vocational programs, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational environment that fosters growth, achievement, and a sense of belonging for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Gatlinburg Pittman High at (865) 436-5637 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

150 Proffitt RD
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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GATLINBURG PITTMAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Gatlinburg, TN with about 588 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Tennessee

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Sevier County
Total Students:
588
Teachers:
41.5
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:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 588 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GATLINBURG PITTMAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
85.4%
Hispanic/Latino
9.7%
Asian
3.1%
Black or African American
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Two or more races
0.2%

Female
46.6%
Male
53.4%

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.