Serving 197 students in grades 6-8, Selmer Middle School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Selmer Middle School serves the western part of Selmer, TN, covering an area of approximately 149.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Selmer Middle School's student population of 197 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Selmer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Selmer Middle School is 0.39, 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
#727 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Selmer Middle School's ranking?
Selmer Middle School is ranked #727 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Selmer Middle School?
197 students attend Selmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Selmer Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Selmer Middle School offer ?
Selmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Selmer Middle School part of?
Selmer Middle School is part of Mcnairy County School District.
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