Serving 533 students in grades 6-8, Red Bank 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 15% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Bank Middle School's student population of 533 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Bank 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 Red Bank Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1476 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
16%
Black
24%
20%
White
34%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Bank Middle School's ranking?
Red Bank Middle School is ranked #1476 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Red Bank Middle School often compared to?
Red Bank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hixson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Red Bank Middle School?
533 students attend Red Bank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Red Bank Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Red Bank Middle School offer ?
Red Bank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Bank Middle School part of?
Red Bank Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Red Bank Middle School located?
Red Bank Middle School is located in the Mountain Creek neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Mountain Creek.
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