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School Report CardHigh SchoolPolk County

Copper Basin High School

Polk County, Tennessee

C
Satisfactory

3.4 / 5.0

C3.4 / 5.0
Satisfactory

High School · 2023-24

Overall Performance Summary

Copper Basin High School earned an overall grade of C with a score of 3.4 out of 5.0, placing it among the upper half of high schools in Polk County. The school ranks #2 out of 7 schools in the county, compared to a county average score of 2.4.

This satisfactory rating indicates that Copper Basin High School is meeting many of the state's accountability benchmarks, with some areas showing room for continued improvement.

Above AverageBBelow AverageDAverageCExcellentA

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

Above Average

B
4.0/ 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

Average

C
3.0/ 5.0

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

10% weight

Excellent

A
5.0/ 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

B 50%
D 30%
C 10%
A 10%

The final score of 3.4 is 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 43.0% of students at Copper Basin High School demonstrated proficiency. The strongest performance was in Social Studies (Middle) at 60.9%, while Math (High) at 26.5% represents the greatest opportunity for growth.

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

ELA (Middle): 37.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (Middle): 39.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Science (Middle): 40.6% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Social Studies (Middle): 60.9% of students scored On Track or Mastered, indicating strong proficiency in this area.

ELA (High): 48.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Math (High): 26.5% of students scored On Track or Mastered, highlighting a significant area of need.

Science (High): 47.1% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Social Studies (High): 43.8% of students scored On Track or Mastered, suggesting moderate proficiency with room for improvement.

Growth Indicators

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

Copper Basin High School shows moderate overall academic growth with an average score of 2.0 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

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Science

1.0
of 5.0

Below expectations

Social Studies

2.0
of 5.0

Approaching expectations

Student Success Rates

Proficiency rates across student populations.

Overall, 39.6% of all students at Copper Basin High School demonstrated proficiency on state assessments. Among economically disadvantaged students, the rate was 33.3%, representing a 6.3 percentage point gap that warrants attention.

All Students
39.6%

Approaching the proficiency benchmark

Economically Disadvantaged
33.3%

Approaching 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. Copper Basin High School reports a ready graduate rate of 39.4%.

Overall Rate
72.7%

Strong performance

ACT Ready
39.4%

Moderate performance

Postsecondary
45.5

Reported metric

Industry Cert
36.4%

Moderate performance

Military Ready
54.5%

Strong performance

How Does Copper Basin High School Compare?

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

With a score of 3.4, Copper Basin High School is above the Polk County average of 2.4 and above the statewide average of 3.4. Among 7 schools in Polk County, this school holds the #2 position.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Copper Basin High School’s performance data.

What grade did Copper Basin High School receive?
Copper Basin High School received an overall grade of C (Satisfactory) with a score of 3.4 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 Copper Basin High School compare to other Polk County schools?
Copper Basin High School ranks #2 out of 7 schools in Polk County. The county average score is 2.4, and Copper Basin High School’s score of 3.4 is above that average. This places the school among the stronger performers in the county.
What does the growth score mean for Copper Basin High School?
Growth scores measure how much academic progress students made compared to similar students across Tennessee. Copper Basin High School’s average growth score of 2.0 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 Copper Basin High School above or below the state average?
Copper Basin High School’s score of 3.4 is above the approximate Tennessee state average of 3.4. This means the school is outperforming a majority of schools statewide on key accountability measures.
Which subjects are strongest at Copper Basin High School?
The highest proficiency rate is in Social Studies (Middle) at 60.9%, while the lowest is in Math (High) at 26.5%. Across all 8 tested areas, the average proficiency rate is 43.0%.

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