Serving 450 students in grades 6-8, Soddy Daisy Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Soddy Daisy Middle School serves the northern part of Soddy Daisy, TN, covering an area of approximately 79.7 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soddy Daisy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Soddy Daisy Middle School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soddy Daisy 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 Soddy Daisy 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
#606 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
20%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soddy Daisy Middle School's ranking?
Soddy Daisy Middle School is ranked #606 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Soddy Daisy Middle School often compared to?
Soddy Daisy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loftis Middle School, Sale Creek Middle / High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Soddy Daisy Middle School?
450 students attend Soddy Daisy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Soddy Daisy Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Soddy Daisy Middle School offer ?
Soddy Daisy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soddy Daisy Middle School part of?
Soddy Daisy Middle School is part of Hamilton County School District.
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