Serving 869 students in grades 6-8, Powell 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 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell Middle School's student population of 869 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powell 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 Powell Middle School is 0.35, 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
#727 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
4%
21%
White
80%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Powell Middle School's ranking?
Powell Middle School is ranked #727 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Powell Middle School often compared to?
Powell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearden Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Powell Middle School?
869 students attend Powell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Powell Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Middle School?
Powell Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Powell Middle School offer ?
Powell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Powell Middle School part of?
Powell Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
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