Serving 297 students in grades 6-8, Rockwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 15% 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: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockwood Middle School's student population of 297 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwood Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1081 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
3%
21%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
46%
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 Rockwood Middle School's ranking?
Rockwood Middle School is ranked #1081 out of 1,721 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Rockwood Middle School?
297 students attend Rockwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rockwood Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockwood Middle School?
Rockwood Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockwood Middle School offer ?
Rockwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rockwood Middle School part of?
Rockwood Middle School is part of Roane County School District.
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