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Glencliff High School

Davidson County, Tennessee

D
Below Average

1.7 / 5.0

D1.7 / 5.0
Below Average

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Glencliff High School earned an overall grade of D with a score of 1.7 out of 5.0, placing it among the bottom quarter of high schools in Davidson County. The school ranks #144 out of 159 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 3.0.

This rating indicates that Glencliff High School is facing significant challenges in meeting the state's accountability standards and may benefit from targeted support and intervention.

Needs ImprovementFBelow AverageDExcellentANeeds ImprovementF

How This Grade Was Calculated

Tennessee calculates each school’s letter grade using a weighted combination of performance indicators. Each component is scored on a 1–5 scale and assigned a letter grade.

50% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Measures the percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on state assessments in ELA, math, science, and social studies.

30% weight

Below Average

D
2.0/ 5.0

Tracks how much academic progress all students made over the school year, regardless of their starting point.

10% weight

Excellent

A
5.0/ 5.0

Focuses specifically on growth among the lowest-performing 25% of students, ensuring schools support those who need it most.

10% weight

Needs Improvement

F
1.0/ 5.0

Evaluates how well a school prepares students for life after graduation through ACT scores, graduation rates, and career readiness.

Weighted Contribution to Final Grade

F 50%
D 30%
A 10%
F 10%

The final score of 1.7is calculated by multiplying each component’s score by its weight percentage and summing the results. A higher weight means that component has a larger influence on the overall grade.

Subject Proficiency

Percentage of students scoring On Track or Mastered on TNReady assessments.

Across all tested subjects, an average of 8.8% of students at Glencliff High School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in ELA (High) at 14.2%, while Social Studies (High) at 6.1% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

50%+ Proficient 30-49% Proficient Below 30%

ELA (High): 14.2% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Math (High): 7.3% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 7.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Social Studies (High): 6.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Growth Indicators

Year-over-year academic growth measured on a 1–5 scale using TVAAS data.

Glencliff High School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.5 out of 5.0 across measured subjects. This suggests students are making less than expected progress and the school may need to focus on instructional strategies that accelerate learning.

Literacy

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Numeracy

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Science

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Social Studies

3.0
of 5.0

Meeting expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 9.0% of all students at Glencliff High School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments.

All Students
9.0%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
7.8%

Below the proficiency benchmark

Students With Disabilities
9.8%

Below the proficiency benchmark

College & Career Readiness

Metrics that measure how well students are prepared for postsecondary success.

College and career readiness is a critical indicator of long-term student outcomes. Glencliff High School reports a ready graduate rate of <5%.

Overall Rate
29.3%

Moderate performance

ACT Ready
<5%

Reported metric

Postsecondary
19.5

Reported metric

Industry Cert
13.0%

Area for improvement

Military Ready
<5%

Reported metric

How Does Glencliff High School Compare?

Overall score compared to the Davidson County average and the Tennessee state average.

With a score of 1.7, Glencliff High School is below the Davidson County average of 3.0 and below the statewide average of 3.4. Among 159 schools in Davidson County, this school holds the #144 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glencliff High School’s performance data.

What grade did Glencliff High School receive?
Glencliff High School received an overall grade of D (Below Average) with a score of 1.7 out of 5.0 for the 2023-24 school year. This grade is determined by the Tennessee Department of Education based on student achievement, growth, and college and career readiness indicators.
How does Glencliff High School compare to other Davidson County schools?
Glencliff High School ranks #144 out of 159 schools in Davidson County. The county average score is 3.0, and Glencliff High School’s score of 1.7 is below that average. The school has opportunities to close the gap with higher-performing schools in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Glencliff High School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Glencliff High School’s average growth score of 2.5 out of 5.0 indicates moderate year-over-year progress. A score below 3.0 means students are growing slower than expected, which can compound over time.
Is Glencliff High School above or below the state average?
Glencliff High School’s score of 1.7 is below the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school has room to improve to reach the statewide benchmark.
Which subjects are strongest at Glencliff High School?
The highest proficiency rate is in ELA (High) at 14.2%, while the lowest is in Social Studies (High) at 6.1%. Across all 4 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 8.8%.

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Data from the Tennessee Department of Education | 2023-24 School Year