Serving 913 students in grades 6-8, East Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Hamilton Middle School's student population of 913 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
60 teachers
School Rankings
East Hamilton 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 East Hamilton Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#254 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
19%
20%
White
51%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
East Hamilton Middle School is ranked #254 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
East Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hunter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Hamilton Middle School?
913 students attend East Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of East Hamilton Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Hamilton Middle School offer ?
East Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Hamilton Middle School part of?
East Hamilton Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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