Harriman High School is a public high school located in Harriman, Tennessee, operated by the Roane County School System. As of 2006, the school had an enrollment of 353.
Serving 354 students in grades 9-12, Harriman 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harriman High School's student population of 354 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Harriman 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 Harriman High School is 0.39, 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
#1201 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
6%
20%
White
77%
57%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriman High School's ranking?
Harriman High School is ranked #1201 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harriman High School often compared to?
Harriman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockwood High School, Roane County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harriman High School?
The graduation rate of Harriman High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harriman High School?
354 students attend Harriman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harriman High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Harriman High School offer ?
Harriman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harriman High School part of?
Harriman High School is part of Roane County School District.
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