Gibson County High School is a public high school located in Gibson County, Tennessee, with a Dyer postal address. It is a part of the Gibson County School District. The attendance boundary for this school includes Dyer, Rutherford, Yorkville, and the Gibson County portion of Kenton.
Serving 429 students in grades 9-12, Gibson County High School ranks in the top 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 is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gibson County High School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
31 teachers
Colors
White, Red, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gibson County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gibson County High School is 0.34, 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
#623 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
13%
20%
White
80%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gibson County High School's ranking?
Gibson County High School is ranked #623 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gibson County High School?
The graduation rate of Gibson County High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gibson County High School?
429 students attend Gibson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Gibson County High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Gibson County High School offer ?
Gibson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibson County High School part of?
Gibson County High School is part of Gibson Co Special School District.
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