Unicoi Co High School

Unicoi County
700 South Mohawk DR
Erwin, TN 37650
713 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Unicoi County High School, located in Erwin, Tennessee, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Unicoi County School District. Situated in the scenic Appalachian region, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town community of Erwin. It offers a comprehensive high school curriculum aimed at preparing students for both post-secondary education and the workforce, maintaining a focus on academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and the development of school spirit through its athletic and social programs.

The school’s digital presence emphasizes a commitment to keeping students, parents, and the community informed about district policies, academic calendars, and school-specific news. By fostering an environment that balances traditional learning with modern educational resources, Unicoi County High School strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students can cultivate their talents and succeed in their future endeavors. Its mission is centered on the holistic development of its student body within the context of the larger Unicoi County community.
713
Total Students
50.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    612 (85.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    85 (11.9 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (1.4 %)
  • Black
    3 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4 %)
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: Unicoi County
Phone: (423)743-1632
Website: http://www.unicoischools.com/uchs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 713
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.3
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 9 174
Grade 10 165
Grade 11 164
Grade 12 210
Gender Ratio