For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 476 students in Carthage, TN.
The top-ranked public high school in Carthage, TN is Smith County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carthage, TN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Carthage have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Carthage, TN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smith County High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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 Carthage, TN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith County High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
312 Fite Ave
Carthage, TN 37030
(615) 735-9219
Carthage, TN 37030
(615) 735-9219
Gr: 9-12 | 476 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Carthage, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Carthage, TN include Smith County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Carthage?
1 public high schools are located in Carthage.
What is the racial composition of students in Carthage?
Carthage public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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