Serving 432 students in grades 5-8, Harpeth Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harpeth Middle School's student population of 432 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I am a Harpeth Middle Champion. I know what I stand for. I will never give up.
School Rankings
Harpeth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harpeth 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
#756 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpeth Middle School's ranking?
Harpeth Middle School is ranked #756 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Harpeth Middle School often compared to?
Harpeth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheatham Middle School, Sycamore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Harpeth Middle School?
432 students attend Harpeth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Harpeth Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Harpeth Middle School offer ?
Harpeth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harpeth Middle School part of?
Harpeth Middle School is part of Cheatham County School District.
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