For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,473 students in 37604, TN.
The top ranked public high schools in 37604, TN are Science Hill High School and Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 37604 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 37604, TN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 37604 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Science Hill High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 37604, TN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Science Hill High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1509 John Exum Pkwy
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 232-2190
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 232-2190
Gr: 9-12 | 2,423 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Indian Ridge Rd
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 434-4900
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 434-4900
Gr: 3-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
37604, Tennessee Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
820 W. Market St
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 928-0380
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 928-0380
Gr: 6-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 37604, TN?
The top ranked public high schools in 37604, TN include Science Hill High School and Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 37604?
2 public high schools are located in 37604.
What is the racial composition of students in 37604?
37604 public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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