It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Alcoa High School currently uses a block schedule for their classes.

There are two foreign languages offered at Alcoa High School including German and Spanish.

[3] Alcoa currently offers various AP courses, such as Statistics, United States History, United States Government, World Geography, and English, as well as several dual enrollment courses in cooperation with Pellissippi State Community College and Maryville College.

Some clubs and activities offered at Alcoa High School include: Band, Key Club, Tech Team, FCA, Scholar's Bowl, Choir, Drama Club, Step Team and various others.