Volunteer High School

Hawkins County
1050 Volunteer BLVD
Church Hill, TN 37642
1,045 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Volunteer High School, located in Church Hill, Tennessee, is a cornerstone of the Hawkins County School District. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The school takes pride in fostering a community-oriented atmosphere where student growth—both intellectual and personal—is prioritized through a variety of rigorous coursework and extracurricular engagement.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Volunteer High School offers a wide array of opportunities for students to explore their interests, including athletic programs, clubs, and career-technical education. By focusing on the values of tradition and community involvement, the school aims to cultivate responsible citizens who are ready to contribute to society. Families and community members can stay informed about the school’s latest updates, academic calendars, and event schedules by visiting their official website at http://www.hck12.net/vhs.
1,045
Total Students
74.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    964 (92.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    39 (3.7 %)
  • Two or More
    32 (3.1 %)
  • Black
    6 (0.6 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hawkins County
Phone: (423)357-3641
Website: http://volunteer.hck12.net/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,045
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 74.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 260
Grade 10 275
Grade 11 265
Grade 12 245
Gender Ratio