Soddy Daisy High School is a public high school located in Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee that is part of the Hamilton County Schools district. Originally, the towns of Soddy and Daisy each had its own high schools.
Serving 1,122 students in grades 9-12, Soddy Daisy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,122 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soddy Daisy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Soddy Daisy High School's student population of 1,122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,122 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
72 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Soddy Daisy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soddy Daisy High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
85%
57%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soddy Daisy High School's ranking?
Soddy Daisy High School is ranked #438 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Soddy Daisy High School often compared to?
Soddy Daisy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoyah High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Soddy Daisy High School?
The graduation rate of Soddy Daisy High School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Soddy Daisy High School?
1,122 students attend Soddy Daisy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Soddy Daisy High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Soddy Daisy High School offer ?
Soddy Daisy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soddy Daisy High School part of?
Soddy Daisy High School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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