Unaka High School

Unaka High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
119 Robinson Ln,  Elizabethton, TN
Carter County School District
3.7
3.0
309 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Richard Thomas
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
67%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
35.7%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
24
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
57.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
20.8%
State Average
56.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
358:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
93.7%
Hispanic
3.2%
Two or more races
2.2%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<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.
East Tennessee State University 60 Students
Northeast State Community College 31 Students
Milligan University 28 Students
King University - Tennessee 24 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 22 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 15 Students
Carson-Newman University 11 Students
Tennessee Technological University 10 Students
Maryville College 10 Students
Tennessee State University 8 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 14 Students
Psychology 9 Students
Education 7 Students
Veterinary Sciences 5 Students
Radiologic Technician 5 Students
Business 4 Students
Art Teacher Education 4 Students
Occupational Therapy 4 Students
Biology 3 Students
Cardiovascular Technician 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 30 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/31/2025
It is somewhere where I feel I belong, as if I am at home. It has given me many new relationships and things to help me in the future.
5.0 Senior
12/24/2019
Unaka High School is very good for people to experience because the teachers are very understanding as long as there is communication in the classroom. The only subject that should change in the school are somw of the rules that are provided by the Carter County Board of Education because some restrictions can cause students to act on their anger.
5.0 NicheUser
2/23/2016
Teachers here ensure that there is absolutely no bullying. Another big safety issue is personal safety. Teachers and staff want you to feel comfortable in coming to class every day.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
1.0 student
4/10/2022
Horrible. The teachers are rude and some say bad things behind students backs. The staff are horrible.
5.0 student
11/12/2014
I graduated from Unaka I did go all four years and this school is amazing they focus on the students and make sure the teachers are doing there jobs! there was a different Spanish teacher every year if that says something! the English department was beyond stressful but I learned a lot! GO! Mr.Ward!...

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Unaka High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Elizabethton, TN and is served by the Carter County School District in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 309 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Unaka 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 3.44, the graduation rate is 67%, and the average ACT score is 22. The average home value in this area is $296,440. Discover additional schools in the area, like East Tn Christian Home & Academy, Solid Rock Academy, Mountain Empire Baptist School, and more. Learn more about what Elizabethton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Unaka High School.

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