Serving 343 students in grades 9-12, Cosby High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cosby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Cosby High School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cosby High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cosby High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1108 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
90%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cosby High School's ranking?
Cosby High School is ranked #1108 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cosby High School?
The graduation rate of Cosby High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cosby High School?
343 students attend Cosby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cosby High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Cosby High School offer ?
Cosby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cosby High School part of?
Cosby High School is part of Cocke County School District.
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