Serving 461 students in grades 6-8, Holston 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 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 461 students
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holston Middle School serves the northeast part of Knoxville, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 67.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 12.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holston Middle School's student population of 461 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holston Middle 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 Holston Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1350 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hurricane
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holston Middle School's ranking?
Holston Middle School is ranked #1350 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Holston Middle School often compared to?
Holston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Doyle Middle School, Whittle Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Holston Middle School?
461 students attend Holston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Holston Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Holston Middle School offer ?
Holston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holston Middle School part of?
Holston Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend a child with a behavioral issue nor any mental or physical disdisability attend this school. My son has had so many issues and has outbursts and their way to deal is iss or oss. Poor school! Intervention classes he is failing and was told by school officials they are sorry bit there's near 1000 students and they don't have the teachers or proper funding to help him. Currently trying to transfer to different school/ county.
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