Serving 686 students in grades 5-8, Mcmurray 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 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcmurray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcmurray Middle School's student population of 686 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Falcons
School Rankings
Mcmurray 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 Mcmurray Middle School is 0.44, which is less 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
#1582 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
74%
15%
Black
10%
21%
White
8%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcmurray Middle School's ranking?
Mcmurray Middle School is ranked #1582 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Mcmurray Middle School often compared to?
Mcmurray Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Croft Middle School, William Henry Oliver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Mcmurray Middle School?
686 students attend Mcmurray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mcmurray Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcmurray Middle School?
Mcmurray Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcmurray Middle School offer ?
Mcmurray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcmurray Middle School part of?
Mcmurray Middle School is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcmurray Middle School located?
Mcmurray Middle School is located in the McMurray neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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