Serving 483 students in grades 5-8, Harpeth Middle School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harpeth Middle School's student population of 483 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harpeth 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 Harpeth Middle School is 0.25, 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
#838 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
1%
21%
White
86%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpeth Middle School's ranking?
Harpeth Middle School is ranked #838 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harpeth Middle School often compared to?
Harpeth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheatham Middle School, Sycamore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Harpeth Middle School?
483 students attend Harpeth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Harpeth Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harpeth Middle School?
Harpeth Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harpeth Middle School offer ?
Harpeth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Harpeth Middle School part of?
Harpeth Middle School is part of Cheatham County School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
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