It is part of the Sevier County Schools district.

Notable alumni include country singer Dolly Parton[3] and the founder of Sugarlands Distilling Company, Edward (Ned) Vickers[4].

The ethnic makeup of the school is approximately 76.8% Non-Hispanic White, 19.0% Hispanic or Latino, 1.8% Asian, 1.5% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 0.5% from two or more races.

[1] The school's mascot is the Smoky Bear, and its colors are purple and white.

The school competes in the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA), and offers the following sports:[2]