Serving 1,123 students in grades 9-12, Hillwood 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 was 8% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 29% (which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Hillwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1391 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Black
30%
21%
White
36%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillwood High School's ranking?
Hillwood High School is ranked #1391 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillwood High School?
The graduation rate of Hillwood High School is 78%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hillwood High School?
1,123 students attend Hillwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hillwood High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillwood High School?
Hillwood High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hillwood High School offer ?
Hillwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillwood High School part of?
Hillwood High School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillwood High School located?
Hillwood High School is located in the Hillwood neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillwood.
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