Serving 752 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Fork Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Fork Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rocky Fork Middle School's student population of 752 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky Fork Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Fork Middle School is 0.70, 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
#667 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
24%
13%
Black
21%
21%
White
45%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Rocky Fork Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Fork Middle School is ranked #667 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rocky Fork Middle School often compared to?
Rocky Fork Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewarts Creek Middle School, Blackman Middle School, Rockvale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Rocky Fork Middle School?
752 students attend Rocky Fork Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Rocky Fork Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Fork Middle School?
Rocky Fork Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Fork Middle School offer ?
Rocky Fork Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rocky Fork Middle School part of?
Rocky Fork Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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