Serving 264 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Knob 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 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Knob Middle serves the southwest part of Chattanooga, TN, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Knob Middle School's student population of 264 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Embrace. Empower. Educate.
School Rankings
Orchard Knob 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 Orchard Knob Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1702 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Hispanic
27%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Knob Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Knob Middle School is ranked #1702 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Orchard Knob Middle School?
264 students attend Orchard Knob Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Orchard Knob Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What grades does Orchard Knob Middle School offer ?
Orchard Knob Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Knob Middle School part of?
Orchard Knob Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Knob Middle School located?
Orchard Knob Middle School is located in the Orchard Village neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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