Serving 1,012 students in grades 6-8, New Providence 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 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Providence Middle School serves the west part of Clarksville, TN, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 86.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 14.7 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Providence Middle School's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,012 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Providence 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 New Providence Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1113 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Providence Middle School's ranking?
New Providence Middle School is ranked #1113 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend New Providence Middle School?
1,012 students attend New Providence Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of New Providence Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does New Providence Middle School offer ?
New Providence Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Providence Middle School part of?
New Providence Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Kids are out of control. Kids don't listen and punishments are light. Seems like there are substitute teachers all the time and the kids walk all over them. Discipline your kids!!!
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