Serving 424 students in grades 4-5, Chester County Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Henderson, TN, covering approximately 285.9 square miles. Families typically have a 15 to 20-minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 10 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 16.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chester County Middle School's student population of 424 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chester County Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester County Middle School is 0.35, 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
#271 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
12%
20%
White
80%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester County Middle School's ranking?
Chester County Middle School is ranked #271 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Chester County Middle School?
424 students attend Chester County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chester County Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Chester County Middle School offer ?
Chester County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester County Middle School part of?
Chester County Middle School is part of Chester County School District.
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