Houston County High School (Tennessee), a.k.a. HCHS, is located just outside the county seat of Erin, Tennessee. It is one of four schools in the Houston County public school system and the only high school. HCHS's nickname is the Fighting Irish due to the areas rich Irish heritage.
Serving 366 students in grades 9-12, Houston Co 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 is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 366 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Co High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Houston Co High School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houston Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houston Co High School is 0.32, 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
#1245 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
3%
20%
White
82%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leprechaun
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Co High School's ranking?
Houston Co High School is ranked #1245 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houston Co High School?
The graduation rate of Houston Co High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Houston Co High School?
366 students attend Houston Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Houston Co High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Houston Co High School offer ?
Houston Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Houston Co High School part of?
Houston Co High School is part of Houston County School District.
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