Serving 281 students in grades 7-8, Johnson Co 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 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Co Middle School serves the entire district of Mountain City, TN, covering an area of approximately 292.6 square miles, with typical drive times ranging from 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school. The school's attendance zone extends up to 17.2 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Co Middle School's student population of 281 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Kids, Our Students, Everyone's Future
School Rankings
Johnson Co 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 Johnson Co Middle School is 0.17, 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
#854 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
n/a
20%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: None Specified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Co Middle School's ranking?
Johnson Co Middle School is ranked #854 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Johnson Co Middle School?
281 students attend Johnson Co Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Johnson Co Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Johnson Co Middle School offer ?
Johnson Co Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Co Middle School part of?
Johnson Co Middle School is part of Johnson County School District.
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