For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 852 students in 37871, TN.
The top ranked public high schools in 37871, TN are Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37871 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37871, TN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37871 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carter High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37871, TN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Virtual Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3081 West Old Aj Hwy
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 397-0780
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 397-0780
Grades: 5-12
| 58 students
Rank: #22.
Carter High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 N Carter School Rd
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3434
Strawberry Plains, TN 37871
(865) 933-3434
Grades: 9-12
| 794 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 37871, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in 37871, TN include Jefferson Virtual Academy and Carter High School.
How many public high schools are located in 37871?
2 public high schools are located in 37871.
What is the racial composition of students in 37871?
37871 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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