Morristown East High School

Morristown East High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1 Hurricane Ln,  Morristown, TN
Hamblen County School District
3.8
5.0
1,520 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Gary Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
20%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
83%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
20%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
82
Full Time Teachers
82
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
640
Verbal
630
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
26.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
52.1%
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
395:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
White
59%
Hispanic
35.2%
Two or more races
3.3%
Black
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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 263 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 248 Students
Walters State Community College 201 Students
Carson-Newman University 173 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 79 Students
Lincoln Memorial University 75 Students
Vanderbilt University 63 Students
Tennessee Technological University 60 Students
Belmont University 51 Students
Milligan University 45 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 71 Students
Psychology 56 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 43 Students
Business 39 Students
Biology 36 Students
Accounting 27 Students
Education 22 Students
Political Science and Government 20 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 20 Students
Veterinary Sciences 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 150 Reviews
4.0 Senior
12/31/2021
My experience with MHES is pretty good. Have wonderful teachers and friendly classmates to get along with. Going to miss it though after graduation
4.0 Alum
12/3/2020
I had a pretty good experience at East High School. I had good and some not so good teachers; however, these experiences have made me who I am today. I feel that it is a good school and the faculty and staff really care about the students.
5.0 Alum
3/4/2020
Very fun atmosphere for a student. Enjoyed my four years there and would recommend it to others.All the teacher are nice and helpful and love their jobs. They inspired me to become an educator.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 parent
7/19/2014
I couldn't be more pleased with the education or genuine interest my son has recieved while attending East High. He's a rising senior and just made a 33 on his ACT, been allowed to take the most rigorous classes, and is well prepared for university. Can't say enough about Mr. Ramsey as a math instru...

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Morristown East High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Morristown, TN and is served by the Hamblen County School District in Tennessee. The school has a total enrollment of 1,520 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 20% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Morristown East 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 3.61, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 25. Discover additional schools in the area, like Morristown West High School, Hamblen County Alternative School, Morristown Covenant Academy, and more. Learn more about what Morristown has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Morristown East High School.

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