Tennessee Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Tennessee
Tennessee Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
90.0%
Bachelor's Degree+
31.1%
Graduate Degree
11.7%
Population 25+
4,870,330
Tennessee Educational Level Distribution
Tennessee Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 10.0% | 484,711 |
High School Graduate | 31.2% | 1,520,002 |
Some College / Associate's | 27.8% | 1,353,016 |
Bachelor's Degree | 19.4% | 942,539 |
Graduate Degree | 11.7% | 570,062 |
Tennessee Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Tennessee
Approximately 31.1% of adults in Tennessee hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Tennessee has increased by 8.4 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.