Serving 321 students in grades 6-8, Chilhowee Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chilhowee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Chilhowee Middle School's student population of 321 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chilhowee Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chilhowee Middle School is 0.08, 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
#471 out of 1721 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
96%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilhowee Middle School's ranking?
Chilhowee Middle School is ranked #471 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Chilhowee Middle School?
321 students attend Chilhowee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chilhowee Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chilhowee Middle School?
Chilhowee Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chilhowee Middle School offer ?
Chilhowee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chilhowee Middle School part of?
Chilhowee Middle School is part of Polk County School District.
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