Serving 1,069 students in grades 6-8, Kenwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kenwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kenwood Middle School's student population of 1,069 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kenwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kenwood Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1403 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
39%
21%
White
30%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Middle School's ranking?
Kenwood Middle School is ranked #1403 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Kenwood Middle School often compared to?
Kenwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Middle School, Rossview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Kenwood Middle School?
1,069 students attend Kenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Kenwood Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kenwood Middle School?
Kenwood Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kenwood Middle School offer ?
Kenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kenwood Middle School part of?
Kenwood Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 9/16/2010
Kenwood Middle School is a great school with wonderful teachers that care and are concerned about their students. Not only as students but as young adults too. I love this school and the faculty as well. Great job Kenwood. Keep up the good work.
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