Serving 644 students in grades 6-8, Robert E Ellis Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Robert E Ellis Middle School's student population of 644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert E Ellis Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E Ellis Middle School is 0.30, 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
#140 out of 1721 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
7%
21%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Robert E Ellis Middle School's ranking?
Robert E Ellis Middle School is ranked #140 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Robert E Ellis Middle School?
644 students attend Robert E Ellis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Robert E Ellis Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert E Ellis Middle School?
Robert E Ellis Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert E Ellis Middle School offer ?
Robert E Ellis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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