Serving 1,094 students in grades 6-8, Lavergne 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 27% (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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lavergne Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lavergne Middle School's student population of 1,094 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lavergne 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 Lavergne Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1267 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
46%
15%
Black
28%
21%
White
20%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lavergne Middle School's ranking?
Lavergne Middle School is ranked #1267 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Lavergne Middle School often compared to?
Lavergne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyrna Middle School, Christiana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 Lavergne Middle School?
1,094 students attend Lavergne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lavergne Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lavergne Middle School?
Lavergne Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lavergne Middle School offer ?
Lavergne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lavergne Middle School part of?
Lavergne Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/10/2020
I am in the seventh grade and I am sometimes like it, it's just the teacher, but it's going well so far and the other students that are my Friends they are the best.
5 8/26/2019
the favorite school I ever been too.
5 6/10/2017
The school offers a good education. Also there is good and nice teachers.
5 8/10/2013
its good and they teach well
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