Serving 813 students in grades 6-8, South Doyle 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 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Doyle Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
South Doyle Middle School's student population of 813 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Doyle 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 South Doyle Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1087 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
15%
21%
White
69%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 South Doyle Middle School's ranking?
South Doyle Middle School is ranked #1087 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are South Doyle Middle School often compared to?
South Doyle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend South Doyle Middle School?
813 students attend South Doyle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Doyle Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Doyle Middle School?
South Doyle Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Doyle Middle School offer ?
South Doyle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Doyle Middle School part of?
South Doyle Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
I went there and had a very good time and loved all the teachers and all the extra stuff you get to do I thing Is you better be good if you want to pass because they will not take bad behavior from anyone at all.... hope everyone else likes and enjoys it has much as I did...
2 3/29/2014
South Doyle Middle School is insufficient in all categories. The teachers try very hard but the students and the systems at the school are dysfunctional to say the least.
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