Serving 342 students in grades 9-12, Rockwood High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rockwood High School's student population of 342 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockwood High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwood High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1098 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
4%
21%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockwood High School's ranking?
Rockwood High School is ranked #1098 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rockwood High School often compared to?
Rockwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harriman High School, Roane County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockwood High School?
The graduation rate of Rockwood High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rockwood High School?
342 students attend Rockwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rockwood High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockwood High School?
Rockwood High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockwood High School offer ?
Rockwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockwood High School part of?
Rockwood High School is part of Roane County School District.
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