Serving 363 students in grades 7-8, Rutledge 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 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rutledge Middle School serves the southern part of Rutledge, TN, covering an area of approximately 196.4 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rutledge Middle School's student population of 363 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rutledge 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 Rutledge Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1047 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
1%
20%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pioneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutledge Middle School's ranking?
Rutledge Middle School is ranked #1047 out of 1,728 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rutledge Middle School?
363 students attend Rutledge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rutledge Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Rutledge Middle School offer ?
Rutledge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rutledge Middle School part of?
Rutledge Middle School is part of Grainger County School District.
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