West Ridge High School is a public high school located in Blountville, Tennessee which operates under the administration of Sullivan County Schools. It was founded as a merger of Sullivan South High School, Sullivan North High School, and Sullivan Central High School in 2021.
Serving 1,612 students in grades 9-12, West Ridge High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 1,612 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Ridge High School's student population of 1,612 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,612 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
101 teachers
Year Founded
2021
Colors
Grey, Royal blue
School Rankings
West Ridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ridge High School is 0.13, 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
#861 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
93%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
23.6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ridge High School's ranking?
West Ridge High School is ranked #861 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of West Ridge High School is 89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Ridge High School?
1,612 students attend West Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Ridge High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does West Ridge High School offer ?
West Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Ridge High School part of?
West Ridge High School is part of Sullivan County School District.
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