Serving 780 students in grades 5-8, North Middle 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 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lenoir City, TN, encompassing approximately 238.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 21.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 780 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
44 teachers
School Rankings
North Middle 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 North Middle School is 0.31, 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
#244 out of 1728 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
82%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #244 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lenoir City Intermediate/middle School, Ft Loudoun Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
780 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Loudon County School District.
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