Serving 798 students in grades 6-8, Grassland Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 69% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassland 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
Grassland Middle School's student population of 798 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where students are challenged to pursue excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts
School Rankings
Grassland Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grassland Middle School is 0.27, 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
#84 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
2%
20%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grassland Middle School's ranking?
Grassland Middle School is ranked #84 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Grassland Middle School often compared to?
Grassland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brentwood Middle School, Fred J Page Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Grassland Middle School?
798 students attend Grassland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Grassland Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Grassland Middle School offer ?
Grassland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grassland Middle School part of?
Grassland Middle School is part of Williamson County School District.
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