The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in TN)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathways Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(21-22)n/a
13%
Black
(21-22)n/a
21%
White
(21-22)100%
60%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pathways Alternative School?
7 students attend Pathways Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pathways Alternative School students are White.
What grades does Pathways Alternative School offer ?
Pathways Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pathways Alternative School part of?
Pathways Alternative School is part of Hawkins County School District.
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