Cascade Middle School

1165 Bell Buckle Wartrace Rd
Wartrace, TN 37183
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 379 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 30% in TN
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Cascade Middle School's student population of 379 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Champions are READY, RESPONSIBLE, & RESPECTFUL!

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 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TN)
#397 out of 1728 schools
(Top 30%)
50%
34%
41%
37%
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
78%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
379 students attend Cascade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cascade Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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   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.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Savannah

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education

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