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Sequatchie County

Tennessee · Public K-12

Sequatchie County reports 3 public K-12 schools to NCES, against a population of 16,809, with an average school size of 641 students. The level mix is 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Sequatchie County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,924
-306 (-14%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
88%
was 91%
% Hispanic
9%
was 6%
% Black
1%
was 0%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
3
1 districts
Enrollment
1,924
NCES CCD
Median income
$58,750
Below Tennessee avg
Free/reduced lunch
·
Enrollment-weighted
Elementary
1
786 students
Middle
1
596 students
High
1
542 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Sequatchie County Public Schools
1,924 students · 1 district in Sequatchie County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Sequatchie County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
92%
Hispanic
5%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
88%
Hispanic
9%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
n/r
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
20.6%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
20.5%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
6.6%
civilian labor
Median age
45
19.9% under 18

Test scores in Sequatchie County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Tennessee state average: 40.9%.

See all 3 schools in Sequatchie County ranked by score →

All schools (3)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Griffith ElementaryDunlapElementaryPK-04786·
Sequatchie Co Middle SchoolDunlapMiddle05-08596·
Sequatchie Co High SchoolDunlapHigh09-12542·

Cities in Sequatchie County

Dunlap3 schools

About Sequatchie County

Sequatchie County is a low-population county of about 16,809 residents in Tennessee. Its public-school system teaches approximately 1,924 students across 3 schools.

Stepping back, census numbers show median household income runs near $58,750, roughly 21% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and roughly 21% of residents live below the federal poverty line.

On the school-mix side, Sequatchie County comprises 1 elementary school (786 students), 1 middle school (596), and 1 high school (542).

Sequatchie County Public Schools dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 1,924 students on its own.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Sequatchie County has shrank 14% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,230 students to 1,924. On the demographic side, Hispanic enrollment moved from 6% to 9% over the same window.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Sequatchie County discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Sequatchie County?
There are 3 public K-12 schools in Sequatchie County, Tennessee, with a combined enrollment of about 1,924.
How many high schools are in Sequatchie County?
Sequatchie County, Tennessee has 1 public high school, serving approximately 542 students.
How many middle schools are in Sequatchie County?
Sequatchie County, Tennessee has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 596 students.
How many elementary schools are in Sequatchie County?
Sequatchie County, Tennessee has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 786 students.
What is the largest school district in Sequatchie County?
Sequatchie County Public Schools is the largest school district in Sequatchie County, serving approximately 1,924 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Sequatchie County?
Sequatchie County, Tennessee has a population of approximately 16,809, with a median age of 45. About 19.9% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Sequatchie County?
Median household income in Sequatchie County is $58,750, below the Tennessee average of $61,364. About 20.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Sequatchie County?
Approximately 20.6% of adults 25 and older in Sequatchie County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the racial makeup of Sequatchie County?
Sequatchie County residents are approximately 92% White, 5% Hispanic, 1% Black, 1% Asian, 4% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of housing in Sequatchie County is owner-occupied?
Sequatchie County has about 6,992 housing units, of which roughly 78.0% are owner-occupied.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data