Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Middle Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ganns Middle Valley Elementary serves the west part of Hixson, TN, covering approximately 9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located around 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Middle Valley Elementary School's student population of 705 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middle Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle Valley Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#297 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
16%
Black
5%
20%
White
76%
57%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Middle Valley Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Middle Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Middle Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcconnell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Middle Valley Elementary School?
705 students attend Middle Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Middle Valley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Middle Valley Elementary School offer ?
Middle Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Valley Elementary School part of?
Middle Valley Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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