Serving 589 students in grades 9-12, Stewart Co High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stewart Co High School's student population of 589 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's A Great Day To Be A Rebel!
School Rankings
Stewart Co High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stewart Co High School is 0.15, 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
#754 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
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
What is Stewart Co High School's ranking?
Stewart Co High School is ranked #754 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stewart Co High School?
The graduation rate of Stewart Co High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stewart Co High School?
589 students attend Stewart Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Stewart Co High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stewart Co High School?
Stewart Co High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stewart Co High School offer ?
Stewart Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stewart Co High School part of?
Stewart Co High School is part of Stewart County School District.
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