Grainger Academy serves 11 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grainger Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grainger Academy's student population of 11 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Grainger Academy is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 the graduation rate of Grainger Academy?
The graduation rate of Grainger Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Grainger Academy?
11 students attend Grainger Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Grainger Academy students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grainger Academy?
Grainger Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grainger Academy offer ?
Grainger Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grainger Academy part of?
Grainger Academy is part of Grainger County School District.
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