Serving 316 students in grades 6-8, Bridgeforth 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bridgeforth Middle School serves the west part of Pulaski, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 141.5 square miles. Families typically can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone being about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridgeforth Middle School's student population of 316 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bridgeforth Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeforth Middle School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1328 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)15.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Bridgeforth Middle School's ranking?
Bridgeforth Middle School is ranked #1328 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Bridgeforth Middle School often compared to?
Bridgeforth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland School, Culleoka Unit 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 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Bridgeforth Middle School?
316 students attend Bridgeforth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Bridgeforth Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bridgeforth Middle School offer ?
Bridgeforth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgeforth Middle School part of?
Bridgeforth Middle School is part of Giles County School District.
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