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Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
276:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.9%
Female
48.1%
White
83.1%
Black
6.9%
Hispanic
5.2%
Two or more races
4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP 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, Knoxville149 Students
Carson-Newman University87 Students
East Tennessee State University82 Students
Pellissippi State Community College61 Students
Maryville College33 Students
Middle Tennessee State University31 Students
Tennessee Technological University23 Students
Walters State Community College21 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga20 Students
Belmont University20 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing35 Students
Business27 Students
Biology26 Students
Psychology22 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies18 Students
Music Teacher Education15 Students
Criminology13 Students
Physical Therapy10 Students
Graphic Design9 Students
Special Education and Teaching9 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.784 Reviews
5.0Alum
6/27/2023
Carter high overall was a good school. This school provided plenty of extracurricular activities and clubs to attend.
4.0Senior
4/29/2022
I was a decent High School life for me nothing too major but it was good for most of the time while being there.
5.0Alum
5/12/2020
I loved the experience of making friends and creating memories while at school. They offer plenty of classes and allow us to have freedom of choosing classes while still making sure we reach the criteria upon graduation. They take to recognize each part of what makes the school as well as it is. They thrive to have a positive learning environment while striving for outstanding school spirit. The staff is made up of some of the best people you will meet and create bonds with the students they will never forget. This school is home to many current and former students.
my daughter reported too this school for help about another student posting stuff about her online which is concerned bully and you guys tell her yall dont believe. this school is not okay and needs more help. i suggest shutting this school down its disgusting and very very not okay.
After leaving a private school setting for public school, we have been pleased .I think the key to any school is parent involvement. Carter has Honors classes and promotes academics and community as long as the student and parents participate and support. As with anything, you get out of it what you...
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Carter High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Strawberry Plains, TN and is served by the Knox County Schools in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 769 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. Carter High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Blue Springs Christian Academy, OneSchool Global - Knoxville Campus, Seymour Community Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Strawberry Plains has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Carter High School.
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