Serving 177 students in grades 6-8, Oliver Springs Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Oliver Springs Middle School's student population of 177 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oliver Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Springs Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#803 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
3%
21%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Springs Middle School's ranking?
Oliver Springs Middle School is ranked #803 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oliver Springs Middle School often compared to?
Oliver Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Norwood Middle School, Oliver Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Oliver Springs Middle School?
177 students attend Oliver Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Oliver Springs Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Springs Middle School?
Oliver Springs Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oliver Springs Middle School offer ?
Oliver Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oliver Springs Middle School part of?
Oliver Springs Middle School is part of Roane County School District.
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