University School

University School

Public Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
1 ALEXENDRA Dr,  Johnson City, TN
Washington County School District
3.9
3.6
613 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Doyle Brinson
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
61%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
61%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1300
Math
660
Verbal
640
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
75%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
10
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
81.1%
State Average
56.3%
Math
20.2%
State Average
32.2%
Science
80.3%
State Average
37%
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
593:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.1%
Female
47.9%
White
81.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.9%
Black
5.2%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
2%
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.
East Tennessee State University 102 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 96 Students
Belmont University 30 Students
Vanderbilt University 28 Students
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 25 Students
Milligan University 24 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 23 Students
Duke University 18 Students
Tennessee Technological University 14 Students
Northeast State Community College 14 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 25 Students
Psychology 24 Students
Nursing 17 Students
Business 13 Students
Computer Science 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 12 Students
Criminology 11 Students
Pre-Law Studies 10 Students
Political Science and Government 9 Students
Mechanical Engineering 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 72 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/10/2025
One of the best experiences I have had was in 8th grade. We had "8th grade week" and went on field trips each day of the week. Another cool thing about this school is that we are able to dual enroll and roam the ETSU campus since our school is on it. Juniors and Senior are allowed to go to the Culp Center for lunch. Like any school though, you're going to have some bad teachers. Thankfully there are very few at University School. I would like there to be a change to better accommodate those who are physically disabled. The school building is three floors and no elevators. I don't know if it's possible to add some due to the building being old, but I hope it can happen.
5.0 Senior
1/8/2025
I love everything about University School. It is such a nice environment to be around. Teachers are very helpful and open to anything students may need and the students are very school spirited and well involved.
4.0 Senior
7/17/2024
I've had some ups and downs with the school but overall I've had a great experience. I wish there would be stuff at my school that other schools have but those problems just come with being a small school.
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3.6 5 Reviews
5.0 other
6/2/2024
As a semi recent graduate, I loved the school. It pushed me to be more passionate about my own education and prepared me well for college. This school gives you the opportunity to be involved at a higher level of education. I could dual enroll and take AP classes that pushed me to pursue higher educ...
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2.0 other
1/12/2020
My experience at this school was below average. It is a very underfunded school with a lack of resources. Which is understandable because they get their funding from the college. However, this school makes it hard for students if they are struggling because "they knew the school was challenging when...
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4.0 parent
2/15/2019
Excellent academics, poor leadership, poor communication with parents
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3.0 other
1/23/2015
The math preparation at University School is below par. They require every freshman to take Algebra I even if they have taken it earlier in middle school. Their advanced math courses largely consist of sending students to math classes elsewhere on the ETSU campus, where most of the students are far...
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Tennessee Washington County Johnson City 37614
University School

University School is a public school for students in grades K-12 in Johnson City, TN and is served by the Washington County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 613 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 61% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. University School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1300 and an ACT score of 28. Discover additional schools in the area, like Science Hill High School, Washington County Adult High School, Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy, and more. Learn more about what Johnson City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near University School.

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