Covington High School

Tipton County
803 South College
Covington, TN 38019
706 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Covington High School, located at 803 South College in Covington, Tennessee, serves as a cornerstone of the Tipton County School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it is dedicated to fostering academic excellence while preparing its diverse student body for post-secondary success. The school offers a traditional high school curriculum complemented by various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and student organizations, all aimed at developing well-rounded citizens and leaders within the community.

The school places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive learning environment that encourages both personal and intellectual growth. By integrating modern educational practices with a commitment to student achievement, Covington High School strives to equip its learners with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to navigate the challenges of the future. Residents and stakeholders can find additional information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and departmental resources through the official Tipton County Schools website.
706
Total Students
48.6
Full-Time Teachers
14.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    336 (47.6 %)
  • Black
    332 (47.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    19 (2.7 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (2.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Tipton County
Phone: (901)475-5853
Website: http://www.tipton-county.com/chs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 706
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.5
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 9 203
Grade 10 170
Grade 11 162
Grade 12 171
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Brighton High School
Tipton County
1,142 Students
8045 Hwy 51 South
Brighton, TN 38011 (7.7 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th