Serving 360 students in grades 6-8, Cascade Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- 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 declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cascade 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 Cascade Middle School is 0.29, which is less 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
#604 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
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 #604 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% 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?
84% of Cascade Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cascade Middle School?
Cascade Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cascade Middle School offer ?
Cascade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cascade Middle School part of?
Cascade Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
School Reviews
4 8/8/2020
I love this school, I just wish the teachers could quit saying they hated their jobs and please do something when kids are getting bullied.
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