Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Spring City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 28% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Spring City Middle School's student population of 278 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring City 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 Spring City Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#865 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring City Middle School's ranking?
Spring City Middle School is ranked #865 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Spring City Middle School?
278 students attend Spring City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Spring City Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring City Middle School?
Spring City Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spring City Middle School offer ?
Spring City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spring City Middle School part of?
Spring City Middle School is part of Rhea County Department Of Education School District.
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