Serving 401 students in grades 6-8, West-bemis 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 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West-bemis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West-bemis Middle School's student population of 401 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West-bemis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West-bemis Middle School is 0.59, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1287 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
30%
21%
White
56%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West-bemis Middle School's ranking?
West-bemis Middle School is ranked #1287 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West-bemis Middle School often compared to?
West-bemis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jr. High School, West Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West-bemis Middle School?
401 students attend West-bemis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West-bemis Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West-bemis Middle School?
West-bemis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West-bemis Middle School offer ?
West-bemis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West-bemis Middle School part of?
West-bemis Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2022
I going there next year. I visited it one time. it looks great. ( I'm german)
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