Serving 930 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (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
Diversity
School Overview
East Hamilton Middle School's student population of 930 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 1125% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Hamilton Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#186 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
18%
21%
White
54%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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 #186 out of 1,721 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 28% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend East Hamilton Middle School?
930 students attend East Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of East Hamilton Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hamilton Middle School?
East Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Hamilton Middle School offer ?
East Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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