Serving 385 students in grades 5-8, Rose Park Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rose Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rose Park Middle School's student population of 385 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rose Park Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose Park Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#428 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
64%
21%
White
21%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose Park Middle School's ranking?
Rose Park Middle School is ranked #428 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Rose Park Middle School often compared to?
Rose Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Head Middle School, Meigs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rose Park Middle School?
385 students attend Rose Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rose Park Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rose Park Middle School?
Rose Park Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rose Park Middle School offer ?
Rose Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Rose Park Middle School part of?
Rose Park Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rose Park Middle School located?
Rose Park Middle School is located in the Edgehill neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 1 other public schools located in Edgehill.
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