Serving 416 students in grades 5-8, Jonesborough 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 was 35% (which was higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 37% (which was equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#685 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesborough Middle School's ranking?
Jonesborough Middle School is ranked #685 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jonesborough Middle School?
416 students attend Jonesborough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Jonesborough Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesborough Middle School?
Jonesborough Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jonesborough Middle School offer ?
Jonesborough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonesborough Middle School part of?
Jonesborough Middle School is part of Washington County School District.
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