Dobyns-Bennett is ranked #1,664 nationally (out of 17,655) and ranked #19 of all public high schools in Tennessee (out of 462). U.S. News has published detailed information on more than 25,000 public high schools, including school-specific data on enrollment, student ethnicity, location, school type, and results of state assessments, as well as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate tests. The new Best High Schools rankings, which are available online here, are produced in conjunction with North Carolina-based research firm RTI International, a global nonprofit social science research firm.

 

"I am proud to work in a school and community that values education as much as Dobyns-Bennett and Kingsport does," said Dr. Brian Tate, Dobyns-Bennett High School Principal. "This recognition is a testament to the high expectations and hard work of everyone at Dobyns-Bennett High School. Our educators are dedicated to challenging, motivating, and supporting students, while fostering positive and respectful relationships. These experiences are designed to equip students with the skills they need for future success."

 

In total, 17,655 high schools were ranked across the country. The rankings used the same methodology for all included grade levels. The six ranking indicators and their weights were used to produce the overall score: College Readiness (30%), College Curriculum Breadth (10%), State Assessment Proficiency (20%), State Assessment Performance (20%), Underserved Student Performance (10%), and Graduation Rate (10%). Click here for additional information on how the rankings were calculated. 

For more information, visit usnews.com/education/k12.