Serving 1,083 students in grades 6-8, Kenwood 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 19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,083 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenwood Middle School's student population of 1,083 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,083 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kenwood 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 Kenwood Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1402 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
37%
20%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenwood Middle School's ranking?
Kenwood Middle School is ranked #1402 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Kenwood Middle School often compared to?
Kenwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Middle School, Rossview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Kenwood Middle School?
1,083 students attend Kenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kenwood Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Kenwood Middle School offer ?
Kenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenwood Middle School part of?
Kenwood Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Kenwood Middle School is a great school with wonderful teachers that care and are concerned about their students. Not only as students but as young adults too. I love this school and the faculty as well. Great job Kenwood. Keep up the good work.
5 10/10/2025
This school has been a blessing for us and our child. The school prior to this never followed my so'n's IEP and created behavioral challenges due to it. By the time we left there, he had lost his love for school and felt like he was worthless and a troublemaker. I was very concerned about putting him back into a public school, but I am so happy I did. He has blossomed academically and socially. The staff genuinely care about the individual child and give students ample opportunities to seek help when needed. They also offer plenty of after-school clubs and sports. More than I've seen any middle school previously offer. I can't recommend this school more.
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