Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, Cascade 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 50% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cascade Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wartrace, TN, covering approximately 474.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cascade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cascade Middle School's student population of 360 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Cascade 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 Cascade Middle School is 0.40, 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
#397 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cascade Middle School's ranking?
Cascade Middle School is ranked #397 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Cascade Middle School often compared to?
Cascade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Middle School, Harris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Cascade Middle School?
360 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Cascade Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Cascade Middle School offer ?
Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cascade Middle School part of?
Cascade Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
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