Serving 718 students in grades 5-8, Algood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Algood Middle School serves the northeast part of Cookeville, TN, covering an area of approximately 47.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 7.1 miles, extending up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Algood Middle School's student population of 718 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Algood Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algood Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algood Middle School's ranking?
Algood Middle School is ranked #414 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Algood Middle School often compared to?
Algood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avery Trace Middle School, Prescott South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Algood Middle School?
718 students attend Algood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Algood Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Algood Middle School offer ?
Algood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algood Middle School part of?
Algood Middle School is part of Putnam County School District.
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