Serving 243 students in grades 6-8, East Jr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Jr. High School serves the eastern part of Somerville, TN, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 432.8 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 22.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jr. High School's student population of 243 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Jr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jr. High School is 0.51, 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
#1634 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
65%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jr. High School's ranking?
East Jr. High School is ranked #1634 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Jr. High School often compared to?
East Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Jr. High School?
243 students attend East Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Jr. High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does East Jr. High School offer ?
East Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jr. High School part of?
East Jr. High School is part of Fayette County School District.
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