McMinn High School

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McMinn High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2215 Congress Pky S,  Athens, TN
McMinn County School District
3.4
3.0
1,272 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
John Burroughs
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1070
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
24%
Reading Proficiency
44%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
89%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
24%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
82
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1070
Math
530
Verbal
540
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
39.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
60.8%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
356:1

Student Diversity

Male
52%
Female
48%
White
76.3%
Hispanic
11.1%
Black
5.6%
Two or more races
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 290 Students
East Tennessee State University 183 Students
Tennessee Wesleyan University 160 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 134 Students
Cleveland State Community College 134 Students
Lee University 131 Students
Tennessee Technological University 96 Students
Maryville College 95 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 94 Students
Vanderbilt University 74 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 69 Students
Business 63 Students
Nursing 60 Students
Biology 50 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 34 Students
Education 28 Students
Pre-Law Studies 25 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 21 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 20 Students
Criminology 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.4 166 Reviews
3.0 Alum
4/29/2026
Average high school experience. Not the high school musical I was promised as a kid. Was not prepared for college but got that diploma at least.
3.0 Senior
7/2/2025
I started at the high school when I was a sophomore, and it has been a rollercoaster. The school is a bit outdated, but the English teachers are by far the best people in the school.
2.0 Alum
12/30/2023
The focus on the school needs to be on all students, not just the athletes or well known people of the town. Resources were not easily accessible to all students, especially when seeking help with college preparation.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 8 Reviews
3.0 parent
3/13/2020
They have need of more guidance counselors. This is my 3rd child in this school. EVERY time I mention getting info/ ect. From guidance there is some reason why they are not available. I have to start calling 3 weeks out and just show up to get assistance from them. When you show up you are asked if...
2.0 student
8/2/2014
Mcminn is just like any other public school, but Meigs county is a lot worse. They don't put you in the classes you need and all the popular kids get away with a whole lot of things. The "in" crowd gets treated better than anything. Mcminn is a little better with the classes. As for the teachers, th...
3.0 student
6/5/2013
As a former student, I can honestly say that McMinn could be a lot worse. The teachers, with the exception of the science department, are generally not good. The higher-level classes in the science department are pretty good, and have prepared me well for my pre-medical studies. Athletics are only o...
4.0 student
3/23/2011
This high school offers a lot more honors, advances placement, and dual enrollment classes compared to McMinn Central.

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McMinn High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Athens, TN, in the Athens neighborhood, and is served by the McMinn County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,272 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 24% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. McMinn High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 89%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1070 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $269,805. Discover additional schools in the area, like McMinn County High School, Christ's Legacy Academy, Athens City Intermediate, and more. Learn more about what Athens has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near McMinn High School.

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