For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,142 students in Newport, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Newport, TN is Cocke Co High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newport, TN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Newport have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Newport, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cocke Co High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Newport, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cocke Co High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
216 Hedrick Dr
Newport, TN 37821
(423) 623-8718
Newport, TN 37821
(423) 623-8718
Gr: 9-12 | 1,140 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
241 Hedrick Dr
Newport, TN 37821
(423) 613-0032
Newport, TN 37821
(423) 613-0032
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Newport, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Newport, TN include Cocke Co High School.
How many public high schools are located in Newport?
2 public high schools are located in Newport.
What is the racial composition of students in Newport?
Newport public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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