Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, East Ridge Middle 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 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Ridge Middle School's student population of 618 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
East Ridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Ridge Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1480 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
49%
15%
Black
22%
21%
White
19%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge Middle School's ranking?
East Ridge Middle School is ranked #1480 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Ridge Middle School often compared to?
East Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge High School, East Ridge Elementary School, Ooltewah Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Middle School?
618 students attend East Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of East Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge Middle School?
East Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Ridge Middle School offer ?
East Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ridge Middle School part of?
East Ridge Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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