Serving 490 students in grades 6-8, Alcoa 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 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcoa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alcoa Middle School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alcoa 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 Alcoa Middle School is 0.61, 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
#558 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
14%
21%
White
58%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Alcoa Middle School's ranking?
Alcoa Middle School is ranked #558 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Alcoa Middle School often compared to?
Alcoa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maryville Junior High School, Union Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Alcoa Middle School?
490 students attend Alcoa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Alcoa Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alcoa Middle School?
Alcoa Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alcoa Middle School offer ?
Alcoa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alcoa Middle School part of?
Alcoa Middle School is part of Alcoa School District.
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