Serving 1,229 students in grades 6-8, Bearden Middle School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,229 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bearden Middle School serves the southwest area of Knoxville, TN, covering approximately 31.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bearden Middle School's student population of 1,229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
To provide excellent and accessible learning opportunities that empower all students to realize their full potential.
School Rankings
Bearden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bearden Middle School is 0.61, 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
#749 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bearden Middle School's ranking?
Bearden Middle School is ranked #749 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bearden Middle School often compared to?
Bearden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut Middle School, Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bearden Middle School?
1,229 students attend Bearden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bearden Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bearden Middle School offer ?
Bearden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bearden Middle School part of?
Bearden Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
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