South Pittsburg High School is a high school in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, United States. It is part of Marion County Schools. The school was established in 1924.
Serving 416 students in grades 7-12, South Pittsburg 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 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pittsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Pittsburg High School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Pittsburg 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 South Pittsburg High School is 0.44, 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
#1287 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
17%
20%
White
73%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pittsburg High School's ranking?
South Pittsburg High School is ranked #1287 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Pittsburg High School often compared to?
South Pittsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion Co High School, Franklin Co High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pittsburg High School?
The graduation rate of South Pittsburg High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Pittsburg High School?
416 students attend South Pittsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of South Pittsburg High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Pittsburg High School offer ?
South Pittsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pittsburg High School part of?
South Pittsburg High School is part of Marion County School District.
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