Serving 799 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (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 799 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
South Doyle Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Doyle Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1300 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
16%
21%
White
66%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Doyle Middle School's ranking?
South Doyle Middle School is ranked #1300 out of 1,761 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend South Doyle Middle School?
799 students attend South Doyle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Doyle Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Doyle Middle School part of?
South Doyle Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is South Doyle Middle School located?
South Doyle Middle School is located in the South Knoxville neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in South Knoxville.
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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