Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Robert E Ellis Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert E Ellis Middle serves the southwest area of Hendersonville, TN, covering approximately 10.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert E Ellis 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
Robert E Ellis Middle School's student population of 509 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Robert E Ellis Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E Ellis Middle School is 0.34, 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
#80 out of 1728 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
81%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E Ellis Middle School's ranking?
Robert E Ellis Middle School is ranked #80 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Robert E Ellis Middle School often compared to?
Robert E Ellis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T. W. Hunter Middle School, V G Hawkins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Robert E Ellis Middle School?
509 students attend Robert E Ellis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Robert E Ellis Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Robert E Ellis Middle School offer ?
Robert E Ellis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert E Ellis Middle School part of?
Robert E Ellis Middle School is part of Sumner County School District.
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