Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School

Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
13520 Tennessee 59,  Somerville, TN
Fayette County School District
3.2
3.3
855 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Diane Hicks-watkins
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
710
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
25%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
87%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
46
Full Time Teachers
46
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
710
Math
330
Verbal
380
Average ACT
20
Math
18
English
21
Reading
21
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
15.5%
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
426:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
Black
60.3%
White
29.8%
Hispanic
8.8%
Two or more races
<1%
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 Memphis 243 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 162 Students
Middle Tennessee State University 149 Students
Tennessee State University 138 Students
University of Tennessee at Martin 127 Students
Austin Peay State University 102 Students
Southwest Tennessee Community College 86 Students
Christian Brothers University 70 Students
Mississippi State University 69 Students
University of Mississippi 59 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 83 Students
Business 42 Students
Psychology 36 Students
Biology 36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 28 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 23 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
Physical Therapy 18 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 17 Students
Real Estate 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 86 Reviews
3.0 Freshman
5/15/2024
My experience was not as bad as I thought it was honestly I just focused on myself and finished my day off, and doing this without any drama got me all a's, I become treasurer of my class, got into 3 clubs and took all honor class.
3.0 Senior
1/7/2024
School Curriculum can be better Distraction in class due to students disrespecting faculty Most students not college ready Could be better nutritional choices of food I feel Administrators care more about the athletic department more than academics department
3.0 Alum
8/1/2020
I mean, it's high school. When i attended there wasn't much to choose from as far as classes go. Teachers always had their favorites. All the "bad kids" where good friends with a handful of teachers.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 17 Reviews
5.0 teacher
7/17/2018
I love this school! They offer Dusl Enrollment courses through University if Tennessee Martin, encourage academics and athletic opprtunities!
5.0 other
12/5/2017
The current administration has done much to change the culture of the school and there is a very positive atmosphere! The attitude of the kids has improved and new programs, such as the ACT21+ Club have been implemented. CTE is offering many new programs, such as nursing, welding and teaching for st...
5.0 parent
2/27/2015
It's great! My daughter loves it and her teachers seem caring and competent. We are happy there.
5.0 parent
2/26/2015
My son loves the school. He is involved in football and Beta club. He thinks the world of his coaches and is excelling in his schoolwork.

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Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Somerville, TN and is served by the Fayette County School District in Tennessee. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 855 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 710 and an ACT score of 20. Discover additional schools in the area, like Fayette-Ware High School, Wilder Youth Development Center, Fayette Academy, and more. Learn more about what Somerville has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School.

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