Hixson High School is a public high school for grades 9–12 in the Hamilton County Schools system located in Hixson, a suburb of Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA.
Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, Hixson 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 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hixson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hixson High School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Hixson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hixson High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#906 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
18%
15%
Black
16%
21%
White
53%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Wildcat Den
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hixson High School's ranking?
Hixson High School is ranked #906 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Hixson High School often compared to?
Hixson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ooltewah High School, Soddy Daisy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hixson High School?
The graduation rate of Hixson High School is 89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hixson High School?
887 students attend Hixson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hixson High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hixson High School?
Hixson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hixson High School offer ?
Hixson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hixson High School part of?
Hixson High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/4/2020
The school is great from experience.
2 10/31/2015
Administration is horrible, unfair and unjust. They protect the bullies and allow kids to threaten other kids and get away with it.
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