Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, North 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 20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 557 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North 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 North Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1333 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
4%
20%
White
85%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #1333 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
557 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Franklin County School District.
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